by Michelle Delaney, South Lake Tablet

Joel Mathis has served as a dedicated weather spotter since 1998, a role that began with a life-changing experience. While living in Osceola County that year, an F5 tornado tore through the area just eight miles from his home. The devastating storm claimed lives and caused severe damage, leaving a lasting impression on Mathis. He recalls realizing that few forces on Earth affect everyone the way weather does, inspiring him to keep a closer watch on the skies.

Today, Mathis reports daily temperatures and rainfall amounts to FOX 35’s Storm Team , helping meteorologists compile accurate records and averages. When storms develop in the Clermont area, he provides real-time updates to the team, offering on-the-ground observations that can help warn resi

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