Meteorologist Daji Aswad Relocated Temporarily to Roanoke
The KPRC 2 meteorologist has moved to a sister station in Virginia for a short-term assignment.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Asthma
KPRC 2 meteorologist Daji Aswad has announced a temporary move to WSLS 10 in Roanoke, Virginia. She is expected to assist the station for a two-week period.
Why it matters
The temporary reassignment of staff between local news stations is a common industry practice used to share resources during operational needs. Viewers in Houston took note of the change as the station navigates ongoing personnel updates.
Aswad is currently fulfilling a two-week temporary assignment at the sister station in Roanoke. Her primary employment base remains at KPRC 2 in Houston, where she has served since October 2023.
The players
Daji Aswad
Daji Aswad is a professional meteorologist who currently serves on the weather team at KPRC 2.
KPRC 2
KPRC 2 is a major television station based in Houston that provides news and weather coverage to the local community.
WSLS 10
WSLS 10 is a television station located in Roanoke, Virginia, that serves as a sister station to KPRC 2.
The details
Aswad shared the news of her temporary relocation through a video posted on social media. She is supporting the operations at WSLS 10 before she is scheduled to return to her regular duties in Houston later this month.
Timeline
Aswad joined KPRC 2 in October 2023.
Aswad covered a derecho event in May 2024.
Caroline Brown began maternity leave in August 2026.
Aswad posted a video announcing her move on October 12, 2026.
Aswad is expected to return to Houston in late October 2026.
Health Landscape
This temporary reassignment follows the standard broadcast network strategy of pooling meteorological expertise across affiliate stations. It mirrors the wider trend of media companies optimizing labor capacity through shared corporate infrastructure.
Viewers who rely on local weather updates should be aware that regular programming may feature different meteorologists while staff are reassigned. Local coverage will continue as scheduled throughout the transition period.
The takeaway
Staffing adjustments are a routine part of modern broadcast station management to maintain continuity. Residents can expect the station's regular weather team to return to full capacity by the end of the month.
What happens next
Aswad is expected to return to her regular role at KPRC 2 in late October 2026.
Further reading
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