EAST PEORIA ( 25News Now ) - WEEK-TV is proud to announce Brian Walder as the next Chief Meteorologist to lead the 25News First Alert Weather Team.

Walder will take over for Chuck Collins , who retires on Oct. 15

In his new role as Chief Meteorologist, Walder will oversee the 25News First Alert weather team on air and on various digital and social platforms, with a special emphasis on severe weather coverage.

“We are thrilled to have someone of Brian’s caliber lead our team,” 25News News Director Leon Hendricks said. “He is a meteorologist that completely understands the science yet can translate that into a conversation, so the viewer knows how to plan and prepare for the weather ahead.”

Walder promised to provide an accurate forecast, informing viewers about the next big thing

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