Local Tampa Weather Icon & Legend Dick Fletcher Passes

For all that have ever lived in Tampa Bay most have at least heard of Dick Fletcher but more likely most have watched his weather reports on Tampa Bay’s 10 news. For 28 years Dick Fletcher was an integral part of South West Florida. Mr. Fletcher covered the weather like no one else and displayed so much passion for his job.

Dick Fletcher was extremely well known in the Tampa area and many other parts of the country. 10 News spent the day reflecting on his life and the legacy that he leaves behind. I was very impressed with the amount of work they put into the 1 hour special that aired this evening at 8 pm. From the interviews from friends, colleagues and even competitors he was a very well-liked and caring man. He was a role model for students and spent many hours in local schools teaching kids about weather. In a world such as ours today it is a shame there are not as many men like Dick Fletcher out there. My sympathy’s go out to the Fletcher family.