Jerry Martz is the Chief Meteorologist for ABC 6 and FOX 28 News at Ten.

Jerry is a member and television seal holder of both the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association and is a trained Skywarn Observer. He taught introductory meteorology at Penn State University for 5 years.

Jerry’s first memories of weather are when he lived in Virginia as a young boy. When bad thunderstorms came, he would empty out his toy box, grab some Cheerios and take shelter! With time, his fear passed and eventually weather became a passion with young Jerry constantly observing the clouds, checking the weather on the computer and keeping his weather radio close by.

Jerry enjoys working with kids and hopes to ignite a passion for science and weather in young people. Every week, he visits elementary schools across Central Ohio with a science lesson and through the “Lunchbox Weather” program. Jerry is an Eagle Scout who stays involved in the Boy Scouts of America as a Weather merit badge counselor.

This Pittsburgh, PA native is a graduate of Penn State University. Jerry married his best friend. He and his wife have three daughters, one son, and a few assorted pets. Given any opportunity, you will find Jerry outside, fishing, golfing and spending time with his family.

Email Jerry: jmartz@abc6onyourside.com

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Lisa Colbert is passionate about weather. Growing up in Cleveland, this meteorologist knows that from extreme heat to feet of snow, we see it all in Central Ohio! And when the weather changes, she will be there to track the weather in your neighborhood and help you prepare for the day.

Whether you start your day from 5:00am to 7:00am with ABC 6 This Morning, or with Good Day Columbus on FOX 28, Lisa will greet you with a smile and the information you need to get your family ready for work and school. And she'll be there for your afternoon updated on ABC 6 at Noon.

Lisa graduated from Ohio University with degrees in journalism and meteorology. She got her early forecasting experience in Clarksburg, West Virginia and Portland, Maine. Lisa is a member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association.

When Lisa's not tracking severe weather, morning fog or ice and snow, Lisa spends her time with her husband, Mike, yellow lab, little boy and sisters. She's been involved with the Taste of Gahanna for several years, enjoys speaking to school children and sharing her love of weather, hiking in the Hocking Hills and gardening.

Her favorite things are fall, Christmas, Mexican food, anything salty and every once in a while, a rainy Saturday. And snuggling by the fire on a cold Ohio night!

Email Lisa: lcolbert@abc6onyourside.com

Follow Lisa: www.twitter.com/lisawsyx6

Dana Turtle is a Meteorologist and a weather/science reporter for ABC 6 On Your Side and FOX 28 News.

Dana loves the Buckeye State! From mild fall days to raging blizzards to tornadoes, Dana has lived through nearly every weather element in the Upper Midwest. With that experience, Dana is dedicated to giving Central Ohio viewers an accurate and dependable forecast each and every week.

Dana holds degrees in Mass Media Communication and English Writing from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. Dana received his Meteorology training from Mississippi State University.

Dana knows winter weather. He is a native of Stewartville, Minnesota. He began his forecasting career at WDAY-TV in Fargo, North Dakota.

Dana is also a member of the National Weather Association and the American Meteorological Society.

Email Dana: dturtle@abc6onyourside.com

Follow Dana: www.twitter.com/Danawsyx6