Mariel Ruiz is a meteorologist for WFAA, a local news station in Dallas-Fort Worth. With a background in atmospheric science and a passion for weather, Mariel provides accurate and timely forecasts for the DFW area. She is dedicated to keeping her community informed about the latest weather conditions and how they may impact their daily lives.
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By: Mariel Ruiz
Milton underwent rapid intensification Monday morning. It quickly gained Category 4 strength.
By: Mariel Ruiz
Hurricane Milton reached its peak intensity on Monday with a low pressure of 897 mb (millibars) and sustained winds of 180 mph.
By: Mariel Ruiz
DALLAS — Hurricane Milton is churning through the Gulf of Mexico with a projected path toward Florida.
By: Mariel Ruiz, Kyle Roberts
Hurricane Milton has made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane.
By: Mariel Ruiz
It has been a warm and rain-free start to the month. When will that change?
By: Mariel Ruiz
During periods of heightened solar activity, such as a strong geomagnetic storm, the auroras can extend farther south.
By: Ryan Osborne, Jesse Hawila, Mariel Ruiz
The northern lights weren't as vibrant to the naked eye as they appeared in photos. There's a reason why.
Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is making its close approach to Earth this week, offering North Texans a rare opportunity to witness this celestial visitor.
This weekend felt like summer but cooler temps arrive today. Some rain chances return in the extended forecast as well.
By: Mariel Ruiz
Este fin de semana parecía verano, pero hoy llegaron temperaturas más frescas. Algunas probabilidades de lluvia también regresan en el pronóstico extendido.
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