After a valiant fight with sickness, Steve Pool, the renowned weatherman of KOMO 4, passed away on November 22 at the age of 70. Come celebrate his incredible career and accomplishments to the broadcast industry in Seattle with us.
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In 1974, while pursuing his studies at the University of Washington, Steve started his career as an intern at KOMO 4. He started working there full-time in 1977 and soon established himself as a mainstay.
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At KOMO 4, Steve worn a lot of hats, starting with hard news and sports. He moved smoothly into the chief weatherman post at KOMO 4 in 1984, where he remained for more than thirty years.
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Steve knew his stuff even outside of Seattle; as a fill-in, he was a regular on ABC's Good Morning America. Because of his personality, he was featured in GQ magazine, which demonstrated his influence on weather reporting.
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Steve was actively involved in charitable events in addition to forecasting. With his hosting of KOMO 4's Miracle Network for Children's Hospital, he showed his dedication to serving the local community.
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In 2019, Steve announced his retirement from television following an amazing 42-year career. During his final performance, he gave thanks for the rewarding experience and the chances that surpassed his expectations.
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After considering his accomplishments, Steve said to himself, "99.9% of the things I was able to do here was so far, so hugely more than I ever dreamed in my wildest dreams." There was no denying his pride in his accomplished career.
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Steve's influence on the community and his contributions to weather reporting ensure that his legacy endures. He was well-liked in Seattle and beyond because of his commitment to his work and kind demeanour.
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