Jesslyn Ferentz
Meteorologist
Wilmington, NC
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Jesslyn Ferentz joined the WECT First Alert Weather team in January 2018.
She just recently graduated with a degree in Atmospheric Science from East Carolina University in December 2017 and is ecstatic she got the opportunity to stay in eastern North Carolina to begin her career.
Originally from Harrisburg, North Carolina, which is right outside Charlotte, she loved growing up in an area that had active weather systems during any season. Her love of weather came from a very early age sitting in the garage with her father watching the storms roll over the hill across the street.
Jesslyn on her off days can be found soaking up the sun at the beach, discovering new local restaurants, and enjoying all the fun outdoor activities living at the coast has to offer.
Education
Updated: May. 31, 2020 at 7:20 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Drier air and cooler temperatures are moving into the Cape Fear Region to start off the week!
Updated: May. 30, 2020 at 9:22 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
We’re going to be dealing with some scattered showers through the afternoon associated with a cold front and along the seabreeze boundary.
Updated: May. 26, 2020 at 8:34 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The coronavirus pandemic has changed nearly every high school and college graduation this semester, but that doesn’t make the big day any less special for graduating seniors at North Brunswick High School Tuesday.
Updated: May. 25, 2020 at 5:44 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Over 45 water rescues occurred in Carolina Beach, Memorial Day Weekend.
Updated: May. 24, 2020 at 6:58 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Cooler temperatures and low rain chances for Memorial Day.
Updated: May. 23, 2020 at 6:53 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Summery feeling this weekend with temperatures in the 80s and a few afternoon showers or storms.
Updated: May. 20, 2020 at 4:59 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Town leaders in Surf City and Topsail Beach, say after finishing up their beach renourishment project, the beaches are ready for this years hurricane season.
Updated: May. 19, 2020 at 2:31 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Families have started to consider keeping online learning in the household, instead of face to face learning.
Updated: May. 17, 2020 at 2:49 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Your First Alert Weather team continues to have our eye on Tropical Storm Arthur. This storm will be tracking just off the Carolina coastline, but we won’t be seeing major impacts here in the Cape Fear.
Updated: May. 16, 2020 at 6:54 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Between Sunday and Monday, a tropical or subtropical low pressure system - possibly named “Arthur” - remains likely to cruise northward just off of the Cape Fear coastline.
Updated: May. 11, 2020 at 12:15 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
A fundrasier to save a local landmark in Carolina Beach raises $13,000 overnight.
Updated: May. 10, 2020 at 7:05 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Little to no rain chances are sticking around through the week ahead! Great time to head out to the beaches or get some gardening done in the yard.
Updated: May. 9, 2020 at 7:01 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
It has been an unseasonably cool day, and overnight we could be setting new low temperature records!
Updated: May. 6, 2020 at 3:16 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
A+ Nails and Body Massage in Ogden is creating face masks and sheilds for the community.
Updated: May. 5, 2020 at 1:09 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Since schools have been closed, New Hanover County Schools has served just about 350,000 meals to families in need.
Updated: May. 3, 2020 at 6:54 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The sunshine and warm temperatures in the low to mid 80s stick around through tomorrow. Scattered shows and isolated storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday.
Updated: May. 2, 2020 at 10:33 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Sunshine continues through the day tomorrow! Temperatures will be climbing into the low to middle 80s in the afternoon.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2020 at 4:59 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
National History Day competition is now virtual after the pandemic has changed social distancing rules.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2020 at 1:00 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
With everyone trying to keep their homes clean during the Coronavirus pandemic the North Carolina Poison Control (NCPC) has seen an increase in exposure.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2020 at 11:37 AM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Timothy Vandenberg is working at home with his two toddler aged daughter, and decided to make his trim a fun activity for his girls, while raising money for ovarian cancer research.
Updated: Apr. 27, 2020 at 5:36 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
On Monday, both Carolina Beach and Kure Beach opened back up with restrictions.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2020 at 6:54 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Mostly sunny skies for the next few days as high pressure moves into the Carolinas. A few clouds here and there but rain chances are near zero!
Updated: Apr. 25, 2020 at 6:59 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Few showers and storms possible overnight. Mostly sunny and warm on Sunday.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2020 at 4:05 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
While many are struggling to find food for their families, 4C’s Food Pantry is helping put dinner on your table.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2020 at 4:56 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Dr. Beth Mitchell explains how to keep eating healthy during quarantine.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2020 at 6:52 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
A low pressure system will move east along this front increasing the chance for showers and storms Sunday evening into Monday morning.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2020 at 1:13 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Mostly sunny skies to start the day tomorrow, but clouds will begin to build as a warm front approaches the Carolinas.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2020 at 5:57 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Oyster farmers have been hit hard by the Coronavirus. Their biggest customers being restaurants, are buying less product than they use to.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2020 at 10:23 AM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The Pender Education Partnership (PEP) is starting Operation SOS: Support Our Seniors to help high school seniors accomplish their college goals.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2020 at 6:56 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The Storm Prediction Center has parts of the Cape Fear Region under an enhanced risk for severe weather Monday.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2020 at 6:57 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Clouds will begin to increase Easter Sunday as a strong front approaches. This front brings the possibility of severe weather to the Cape Fear.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2020 at 3:20 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Teachers at New Hanover County Schools are helping out medical professionals and the community by 3D printing shave shields and crafts ear protectors.
Updated: Apr. 6, 2020 at 8:48 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
NC Maritime Museum continues learning online, and at home
Updated: Apr. 6, 2020 at 5:37 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
First responders in Southport have created a charity called“Southport Cares” for those in need.
Updated: Apr. 5, 2020 at 6:51 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Temperatures will climb into the upper 70s and lower 80s during the week ahead as high pressure shifts offshore. This will also open up the chance for showers and possibly isolated storms to return.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2020 at 6:49 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
We had lots of blue sky and sunshine today and that will continue into Sunday. If you’re enjoying the day outside son’t forget the sunscreen!
Updated: Apr. 1, 2020 at 5:50 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Ogden Elementary music teacher, Michael Lauricella, is creating fun, unique lessons for his students online.
Updated: Apr. 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Make-A-Wish is asking for letters of hope for children who cannot travel or their Wish.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2020 at 2:38 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The Inspiration Lab, a local group of over 300 women ranging in all ages, is making sure that all women have support during this unprecedented time.
Updated: Mar. 30, 2020 at 5:18 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Residents 60 years of age or older can pick up lunch at various locations throughout New Hanover County.
Updated: Mar. 29, 2020 at 6:55 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
A low pressure system will move into the Carolinas Tuesday, which will be our next shot of seeing showers to the Cape Fear Region.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2020 at 6:43 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
High pressure is sticking around tomorrow. Meaning, the sunshine is sticking around as well, along with the warm temperatures!
Updated: Mar. 24, 2020 at 9:16 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
On Tuesday, teachers at North Topsail Elementary School lined their cars up and drove into local neighborhoods to see their students.
Updated: Mar. 24, 2020 at 2:22 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The Wilson Center and The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, are looking to help local artists who have been impacted by social distancing.
Updated: Mar. 23, 2020 at 5:48 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
The craft beer scene in Wilmington and across the Cape Fear was thriving, bringing millions into our local economies. However, the Coronavirus has halted that growth.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2020 at 1:44 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Clouds will continue to blanket the skies through the evening and overnight hours. A front will move in overnight, bringing some heavy rains at times.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2020 at 4:04 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
Clouds will continue to build in through the afternoon and evening hours. A shower or two possible overnight as the front passes.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2020 at 7:05 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
SunFun Rentals is offering free deliveries to residents in Carolina and Kure Beach.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2020 at 6:33 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz and WECT Staff
Now that kids are out of school, the Cameron Art Museum wants to make sure your little one can still learn about art — but online.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2020 at 3:57 PM EDT
|By Jesslyn Ferentz
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American Red Cross Eastern North Carolina, blood donations have dropped because of the fear of coronavirus.
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