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Houston Meteorologist Trades Forecast for Family Time
9 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Meteorologist Rachel Briers is leaving ABC 13 Houston after seven years.
- She is transitioning to a full-time stay-at-home mom role.
- Briers is a three-time Emmy Award winner and plans to storm chase.
Meteorologist Rachel Briers has announced her departure from ABC 13 Houston, concluding a seven-year tenure with the station. Briers is transitioning to a full-time role as a stay-at-home mother, dedicating more time to her two daughters.
During her time in Houston, Briers became a familiar face, providing daily weather forecasts and earning three Emmy Awards. She expressed deep gratitude for the community and viewers, emphasizing the strong connections she forged. Her journey in weather is not entirely over, as she teased potential future storm-chasing endeavors.
Briers began her career in West Texas before moving to Houston in December 2018. Her departure follows other recent changes at ABC 13, including the upcoming retirement of longtime anchor Melanie Lawson and the departure of reporter Shannon Ryan.
