Amber Liggett, MSEM

Amber Liggett, MSEM

Amber Liggett is a communications analyst for Groundswell Consulting Group working as a Federal contractor at The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Program Office.


Amber Liggett is a communications analyst for Groundswell Consulting Group working as a Federal contractor at The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Program Office. She is also a science writer and public speaker for weather, climate, emergency preparedness and disaster sciences. Amber obtained her B.S. in Meteorology and M.S. in Emergency Management from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. She strives to work in both fields throughout her career. Formerly, Amber was concurrently the Pennsylvania Department of Health Public Information Officer working in public health emergency preparedness and response communications, and a freelance broadcast meteorologist at the Harrisburg, PA ABC affiliate (WHTM-TV). 

Amber also incorporates Arts into Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) through her award-winning business Amber’s Amazing Animal Balloons which has been a proud Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador since 2017. She demonstrates how balloons are an important tool for measuring weather elements while creating weather-themed balloon art and sculptures.

December 12, 2024
The U.S. Just Experienced Its Warmest Meteorological Fall on Record
The U.S. Just Experienced Its Warmest Meteorological Fall on Record

As the years pass, we are seeing shorts and tee shirts being worn a lot later into the season as temperatures are staying warmer longer into the fall. This year was no exception. But don’t expect fall as we know it to completely disappear, but be aware of the changes we are experiencing. A warming trend is projected to continue in years to come during all seasons.

By Amber Liggett
May 7, 2024
Extreme Heat and Health Impacts and Preparedness for Summer 2024
Extreme Heat and Health Impacts and Preparedness for Summer 2024

It is important to monitor how your body feels in the heat. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), extreme heat caused more emergency department visits associated with heat-related illnesses in May – September 2023 than previous years, especially among males ages 18-64. So, what actions can you take to prepare for extreme heat this summer?

By Amber Liggett
July 12, 2023
So You Want to Go Storm Chasing: Tips and Lessons Learned
So You Want to Go Storm Chasing: Tips and Lessons Learned

Maestros Amber Liggett and Dr. Ashton Robinson Cook lead a discussion about storm chasing during the spring and summer seasons.

By Amber Liggett and Ashton Robinson Cook
April 13, 2023
Storm Chasing Through the Eyes of Maestros
Storm Chasing Through the Eyes of Maestros

Meteorologists Amber Liggett and Dr. Ashton Robinson Cook highlight their experiences and lessons learned in storm chasing, emphasizing the reasons for storm chasing, anecdotes, safety precautions, forecasting techniques, and potential risks involved, with the purpose of informing and guiding those interested in the activity.

By Amber Liggett and Dr Ashton Robinson Cook