Rich Wirdzek Biography
Rich Wirdzek is an American Meteorologist working for WMDT, serving as the chief meteorologist. He has been working for the station since late February 2016, after working at WHIO-TV in Dayton, Ohio.
Rich Wirdzek Age
Wirdzek likes to keep his personal life private; hence, he has not disclosed the date, month, or year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 50s, judging from his appearance.
Rich Wirdzek Height
Wirdzek stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Rich Wirdzek Family
Wirdzek grew up in Rockville, Maryland, but has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also unknown if Wirdzek has any siblings.
Rich Wirdzek Wife
Wirdzek is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of Wirdzek being in any past relationship with anyone.
Rich Wirdzek Net Worth
Wirdzek has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as a Meteorologist.
Rich Wirdzek Salary
Wirdzek earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Rich Wirdzek Education
Wirdzek joined California University of Pennsylvania after completing his studies at Rockville High School. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Operational and Broadcast Meteorology.
Rich Wirdzek Career
Wirdzek is working for WMDT, serving as the chief meteorologist. The Maryland native often came to the Eastern Shore since it was a quick trip across the Bay Bridge to Delmarva! During his career, he has won multiple AP and Emmy Awards. He also earned the TV Seal of Approval from the American Meteorological Society.
Wirdzek recalls being passionate about meteorology as far back as he can remember. By the time he was in high school, he knew he wanted to pursue meteorology. After graduating from college, he landed his first job at HSTV in Uniontown, where he was a part-time meteorologist during his last semester of college.
Wirdzek has focused on active severe weather most of his career, serving WCBI-TV in Columbus and WHIO-TV in Dayton, Ohio, for several years. His time in the Midwest and Deep South gave him invaluable experience forecasting and tracking severe weather, including hurricanes, derechos, tornadoes, and all types of winter weather.
Rich Wirdzek Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 6.5K followers on Facebook, over 500 on Instagram, and over 1.2K on X.