Derek Van Dam
Derek Van Dam is a renowned meteorologist and weather anchor for CNN, known for his engaging presentations and accurate forecasting. With a background in atmospheric science, he has earned acclaim for his coverage of severe weather events, including hurricanes and tornadoes. Recently, he gained attention for his live reports detailing the chaotic nature of a significant storm system affecting Central and Southern U.S., where he provided timely updates and safety information to viewers.
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Meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach, where conditions have rapidly deteriorated.
Watch: Snow falls in eastern South Carolina
United States· 2026-02-01
Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach on the freezing temperatures causing fountains to freeze.
Italians protest ICE presence at Winter OlympicsUnited States· 2026-02-01
Meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach as the winter storm strengthens offshore.
Watch: Frozen sand and sea foam on Virginia BeachUnited States· 2026-02-01Meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach, where conditions have rapidly deteriorated.
Watch: Powerful winds and heavy snow create near-blizzard conditions in Virginia BeachUnited States· 2026-02-01CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach, where below-freezing temperatures have caused fountains to freeze.
Deep freeze encases fountain in ice.United States· 2026-01-31CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Virginia Beach, where below-freezing temperatures have caused fountains to freeze.
Early key takeaways from DOJ’s big Epstein files dropUnited States· 2026-01-31
Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains how hopes for a record-shattering snowfall have been largely dashed thanks to sleet.
Gold surges to record $5000 priceUnited States· 2026-01-26
Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains how hopes for a record-shattering snowfall have been largely dashed in Louisville, Kentucky.
Snowballs fly at Washington MonumentUnited States· 2026-01-26
Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains how hopes for a record-shattering snowfall have been largely dashed.
Watch 2024 video of Alex Pretti honoring veteranUnited States· 2026-01-25
Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains how hopes for a record-shattering snowfall have been largely dashed thanks to sleet.
Video: Why Louisville’s snowfall fell shortUnited States· 2026-01-25
Derek Van Dam is featured in a video explaining what makes a snow storm a blizzard.
A new winter storm threatens fresh travel headachesUnited States· 2025-12-01
CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
Senate moves to end shutdownUnited States· 2025-11-10
CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
Mother of missing 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard arrested. Authorities say it’s not directly related to daughter’s caseUnited States· 2025-11-10
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa.
Newark travelers experience flight complicationsUnited States· 2025-11-09
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam reported on the damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
Robert De Niro’s emotional meeting with Pope LeoUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
Video shows man apparently having a seizure during ICE arrestUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa.
Six months into Pope Leo XIV’s papacyUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
CNN reports from major US airports amid government shutdownUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
‘It’s a joke’: Retired air traffic controllers react to Trump admin cutting flightsUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
Astronauts have first-ever BBQ in spaceUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa.
How Takaichi’s big week divided the Japanese publicUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa.
Miss Universe contestants walk out mid-eventUnited States· 2025-11-07CNN's Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
Air travelers speak out about shutdown-related cancellationsUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN's Derek Van Dam reports on Hurricane Melissa as it rapidly intensifies.
Day care teacher detained by ICEUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports from Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa's eye moves closer to the island nation.
Video: How will cuts to flights impact travel?United States· 2025-11-07
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
Trafficked and tortured for ransomUnited States· 2025-11-06CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi announces retirementUnited States· 2025-11-06
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
The invisible line separating GazaUnited States· 2025-11-06
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows some of the damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.
Russia says new nuclear weapons are of ‘historic significance’United States· 2025-11-06
CNN meteorologist tries to drive to hardest hit area in Jamaica.
Investigating visual clues after deadly plane crashUnited States· 2025-11-06