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Anna Head, CEM

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Anna Head is a Senior Meteorology Consultant with five years of experience in the meteorological sciences. Her background spans both broadcast and forensic meteorology, equipping her with a comprehensive understanding of weather forecasting and the retrospective analysis of significant weather events. She has contributed to public safety and awareness through her coverage of severe, winter, and tropical weather systems, including national media reporting during Tropical Storm Fred.

Anna has collaborated with local officials, school districts, and emergency management agencies, providing timely and accurate weather information to support decision-making during hazardous conditions. Her ability to communicate complex meteorological data in high-pressure environments has been instrumental in enhancing public preparedness and response.

In her forensic meteorology role, Anna has developed expert weather reports for a wide range of events, including hailstorms, high-wind incidents, and hurricanes. Her analytical skills and technical precision support litigation, insurance claims, and risk assessments across diverse sectors.

In addition to her meteorological expertise, Anna is a Certified Emergency Manager through the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and Homeland Security. She has designed and led severe weather tabletop exercises for public safety agencies, demonstrating her ability to integrate meteorological science with emergency planning and response.

Anna holds a Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science and Geography from the University of Georgia. She is based in the United States and has conducted project work across the country.

Key Expertise

  • Severe Weather - Tornado, Hail, and Wind
  • Radar & Satellite Interpretation
  • Weather Forecasting
  • Flooding & Heavy Rain
  • Broadcast Meteorology
  • Public Speaking
  • Weather Preparedness & Safety
  • Emergency Management
  • Tropical Meteorology

Professional Affiliations/Memberships/Licenses

  • Certified Emergency Manager of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency
  • Member of the American Meteorological Society
  • Associate Member of the Association of Certified Meteorologists
  • Individual Member of the International Association of Emergency Managers

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