Fair Media Council Advisory Board Member

Jeff Masters, Ph.D., is a renowned meteorologist and expert in extreme weather and climate science. He began his career as a hurricane scientist with the NOAA Hurricane Hunters, flying into some of the most dangerous storms on record—including a near-fatal mission into Category 5 Hurricane Hugo in 1989. That harrowing experience led him to shift his focus, eventually earning a Ph.D. in air pollution meteorology from the University of Michigan in 1997. In 1995, he co-founded Weather Underground, where he served as chief meteorologist and board member until the company’s acquisition by The Weather Company in 2012.

From 2005 to 2019, his Category 6 blog became one of the Internet’s most trusted and widely quoted sources on hurricanes, climate change, and extreme weather events. Known for his ability to translate complex meteorological science into compelling, accessible insights, Dr. Masters continues to shape public understanding of our changing climate through his writing for Yale Climate Connections. His work blends scientific rigor with a deep commitment to public education and environmental awareness.

He has contributed his expertise on climate change and current events as a featured guest on FMC Fast Chat.