Brooks Garner
Meteorologist Brooks Garner has been part of FOX 35's Storm Team since June 2021, leading viewers and the newsroom through Florida's major weather events, including severe weather, tornadoes, heatwaves, tropical storms, and hurricanes.
You can watch Brooks on weekday mornings on FOX 35's Good Day Orlando, 4 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Brooks recently went viral after he was on the air tracking severe weather in Central Florida and a tornado passed over the station – all caught on camera. He's also helped lead hurricane coverage for Hurricane Ian, Idalia, Nicole, Helene, and Milton.
He holds dual seals of approval from the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. His weather coverage has earned him an Edward R. Murrow Award, several Emmy Awards, and an AP Award.
Before Orlando, Brooks worked in Boston, Massachusetts; Denver, Colorado; Columbia, South Carolina; Houston, Texas; and Tampa, Florida.
Other career highlights include flying into Hurricane Sandy with NOAA’s Hurricane Hunters and covering Hurricane Harvey’s destruction across Texas and Louisiana, where his station was eventually destroyed by floodwaters.
When he’s not tracking storms, Brooks enjoys spending time with his wife Erica and their children, exploring the natural wonders of Florida.
The latest from Brooks Garner
Orlando weather: Hot weekend ahead before cold front brings cooler, drier air early next week
With temperatures about 10 degrees hotter than normal, Central Florida will experience warm beach conditions this weekend. However, meteorologists caution beachgoers about the moderate rip current conditions.
What's that burning smell? How to protect yourself from smoke in Seminole County
Smoke was trapped over Intersate-4 in Seminole County, Friday morning. Experts give three tips on how to protect yourself from smoke inhalation.
Orlando weather: Warm, mostly clear conditions continue before weekend heat surge
Sunny, dry weather will continue Wednesday, with low humidity and light winds helping push afternoon highs into the mid-80s.
Orlando weather: Cool Tuesday night ahead but temperatures climb toward the 90s this week
Mostly clear skies are expected tonight. Temperatures falling into the low 60s and a light east breeze.
Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Here's Colorado State University's tropical forecast
The start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is less than two months away, and Colorado State University has released its first forecast for the upcoming season.
Orlando weather: Dry Easter morning before storms develop in the afternoon
Orlando weather: Dry Easter morning before storms develop in the afternoon
When will Artemis II launch? Favorable weather for April 1 historic moon mission
Weather conditions are favorable for the evening of April 1 launch. Meteorologists at Patrick Space Force Base currently give the mission an 80% chance of “go" – meaning only a 20% risk of weather violations during the window.
Windy weekend: Why you need a backup plan for the beach, boat outings
Central Florida residents and spring breakers have a very narrow window of calm weather Saturday morning before a powerful cold front brings a sudden shift to gusty winds, heavy chop, and life-threatening maritime conditions.
One year later: Tornado hits FOX 35 TV Studio, destroys homes in Longwood
On March 10, 2025, a tornado touched down in Seminole County, Florida, and trekked nearly two miles in roughly five minutes. Homes were damaged, a few vehicles were overturned, and numerous trees, branches, and power lines were toppled.
Florida drought is now the worst since May 2001: What we know
Florida has slipped deeper into drought. The statewide drought index has now climbed to 358 out of 500, the worst level we have seen since May 2001.