Aaron Barker

Aaron Barker is a senior digital content producer at FOX Weather who has been working there since 2021. He is also an award-winning journalist based in Houston, Texas, and a meteorologist. He grew up in Alabama and graduated from Mississippi State University. He has worked all over the U.S., covering major weather events such as Hurricane Harvey, Tropical Storm Imelda and the Great Texas Freeze. In his free time, Aaron enjoys photography, a good plate of barbecue and spending time with his dachshund-beagle mix named Addison.

Biography:  https://www.foxweather.com/person/b/aaron-barker

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • FOX Weather is known for its biased and sensationalist reporting on weather events.

Conflicts of Interest

80%

Examples:

  • Aaron Barker has a clear conflict of interest as he is also a meteorologist and may be influenced by his own opinions on weather events.

Contradictions

65%

Examples:

  • The articles often contradict themselves by providing different information about the same event or location.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The articles use deceptive practices such as exaggerating the severity or impact of weather events to attract more viewers and readers.

Recent Articles

Upstate New York Braces for Severe Weather: Tornadoes and Flooding Threat from Remnants of Hurricane Beryl

Upstate New York Braces for Severe Weather: Tornadoes and Flooding Threat from Remnants of Hurricane Beryl

Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 Hurricane Beryl's remnants bring dual severe weather risks to the Northeast, with Upstate New York facing its highest tornado threat in nearly 20 years and heavy rains causing flooding. Residents should prepare for damaging wind gusts, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall reaching up to three inches per hour.
Tropical Storm Formation Expected in Atlantic Ocean: Two Systems to Watch for Potential Development and Impact on Caribbean and Beyond

Tropical Storm Formation Expected in Atlantic Ocean: Two Systems to Watch for Potential Development and Impact on Caribbean and Beyond

Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 A tropical storm is forming in the Atlantic Ocean with a 70% chance of developing into a depression or storm by this weekend. Two systems, 95L and one in the Caribbean, are being monitored. The first system could bring wet and squally weather to the Lesser Antilles and northern coast of South America as early as June 30, marking an early start to the Atlantic hurricane season. Historically rare July hurricanes in the Caribbean may occur due to warm water temperatures and relaxed high-altitude winds.
EF4 Tornado Strikes Marietta, Oklahoma: At Least Four People Killed Including a Four-Month-Old Baby

EF4 Tornado Strikes Marietta, Oklahoma: At Least Four People Killed Including a Four-Month-Old Baby

Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024 On April 29, 2024, a devastating EF4 tornado with winds up to 165-170 mph struck Marietta, Oklahoma, killing at least four people including a young child. The town was left in ruins as every business appeared to have been destroyed. Governor Kevin Stitt and President Joe Biden offered support following the disaster. One family, the Skeens, lost their four-month-old baby during the storm and are accepting donations through Morrison's Main Street Market, Boomarang Diner, and Security State Bank in Holdenville.
Saharan Dust Turns Greece Orange and Brings Heavy Snow to Finland: Unusual Weather Phenomena in Europe

Saharan Dust Turns Greece Orange and Brings Heavy Snow to Finland: Unusual Weather Phenomena in Europe

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 An unusual weather event in Europe saw parts of Greece turn orange due to a Saharan dust cloud and Finland experience heavy snowfall in April 2024. The Greek meteorological service reported that conditions favored the movement of dust from Africa, while Finland's heavy snowfall disrupted public transport. These weather anomalies were not indicative of larger climate trends or patterns.
Multiple Rounds of Severe Weather Headed for Central US: Tornadoes, Large Hail, and Wind Damage Expected in Plains and Midwest Regions

Multiple Rounds of Severe Weather Headed for Central US: Tornadoes, Large Hail, and Wind Damage Expected in Plains and Midwest Regions

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 Multiple rounds of severe weather, including tornadoes, large hail, and wind damage, are forecasted for the central United States starting late this week. The Plains and Midwest regions are at risk from two systems moving into the area. Daily bouts of severe weather are expected through the weekend in Des Moines, Omaha, Kansas City in Missouri, Wichita in Kansas, Oklahoma City and Dallas in Oklahoma, as well as parts of Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, Missouri, and Kansas.
Severe Weather Event Unfolds Across Midwest: Thunderstorms, Flooding, and Tornadoes Threaten Millions

Severe Weather Event Unfolds Across Midwest: Thunderstorms, Flooding, and Tornadoes Threaten Millions

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 The severe weather event on April 16, 2024, brought flooding, high winds, and tornadoes to the Midwest with enhanced risks in Kansas, Iowa, Missouri and northern Illinois. The storm system also caused flash flooding in parts of the northern Plains and Mississippi Valley. A Level 2 of 5 risk for severe thunderstorms was issued for a larger portion of the Midwest while high winds posed a risk for wildfires in the Southwest and Plains.
Blizzard hits the Plains: Latest forecast

Blizzard hits the Plains: Latest forecast

Broke On: Tuesday, 26 December 2023 Blizzard hits the Plains with heavy snowfall and strong winds Road closures and crashes in Nebraska and South Dakota Authorities warning of blinding snow and high winds through Wednesday Southeast facing another day of flooding rain from South Carolina to Virginia NASA observatory captures cosmic Christmas Tree Cluster El Nino, polar vortex, lack of snow all coming into play this winter Nebraska state officials urge drivers to be extra cautious on snowy roads after semi trucks veered sideways and caused a backup leading to the closure of an interstate highway on Monday afternoon