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A storm of a different kind swept through a Texas newsroom, catching viewers and internet users off guard. A testy exchange between a news anchor and a meteorologist at KFDX News turned heads and quickly made waves online, prompting both to clarify their relationship and issue apologies.
The on-air spat unfolded during a recent 10 p.m. broadcast, where the interaction between anchor Carney Porter and Chief Meteorologist Michael Bohling took an unexpectedly awkward turn. The tension arose when Porter referred to Bohling as “boring,” a comment that followed Bohling’s accusation that she hadn’t been paying attention to his weather forecast. This moment, captured and shared widely on Facebook, left viewers cringing.
The situation escalated when Porter tried to transition to a new segment, asserting that there was no rain predicted. This was a stark contrast to Bohling’s earlier announcement, which warned of rain on the horizon. Interrupting her, Bohling asked incredulously, “Did you say that we don’t have any rain in the forecast?” before reiterating, “I just said a second ago that we have rain in the forecast.”
The incident has since prompted the duo to address any perception of bad blood, aiming to reassure audiences of their professional camaraderie despite the viral moment. While the exchange might have been uncomfortable, it underscores the unpredictability and pressure of live television, where even small misunderstandings can capture widespread attention.
“Did you say that we don’t have any rain in the forecast?” the weatherman queried as he interrupted Porter, before fuming, “I just said a second ago that we have rain in the forecast.”
The two briefly sparred over the timing of the stormy weather before Porter barked, “Stop trying to correct people and just do your job,” according to video of Wednesday’s nightly broadcast.
“I just don’t know why you don’t listen to me,” a frustrated Bohling replied.
Porter quickly shot back: “Cause you’re boring.”
The anchors took to social media the next day to apologize for their on-air spat, insisting they are “super close” and often tease each other in “good fun.”
“Carney and I are super close, nearly siblings in a way,” Bohling said on Facebook.
“We literally talk trash to each other all day, and sometimes it comes out on-air. Trust me, it’s all love.”
The meteorologist later shared a playful photo of them squaring off with boxing gloves in the studio.
Porter followed up two hours later with her own explanation in a lengthy social media post.
“I know it seems like Michael and I give each other a hard time, but please understand that it is always and only in good fun,” she wrote.
“We are actually close friends and we love to be sarcastic with each other and sometimes those instances can come off sounding a bit more serious than it actually is, especially for those who don’t know the dynamics of our friendship off the air,” Porter continued.
“But that being said, I would NEVER intentionally be mean or hurtful to Michael or anyone in our newsroom, whether it be on or off the air. We are all really close and I’m lucky that we are all such great friends. For those who found the moment uncomfortable, I sincerely apologize.”