Meteorologist Puts Money Where His Mouth is

Jeff Lindner is a meteorologist Houston viewers see on TV, but he is not a TV meteorologist.

Lindner came to fame thanks to Hurricane Harvey.

He works as the Harris County meteorologist and his steady, straightforward updates during the Harvey coverage made him a national figure.

Lindner's sleepless tour of duty meant he averaged one to two hours of sleep a day for the first five days.

Viewers also recall his trademark blue shirt.

“I could be a spokesman for Joseph A. Bank. They don't wrinkle and you don't have to wash ‘em," says Linder.

All of that helped make him a household name. Lindner recently visited a neighborhood near the Addicks reservoir, knocking on a random door.

When it opened, he said “I’m Jeff.” The homeowner steps out and says immediately, “You are the best!”

Mel Haynie wasn't expecting Lindner or what happened next. They talked a bit, and Lindner learned she had no flood insurance. He pulled out a gift card and says, “Here is $500 to help with your recovery.”

Lindner's fans set up a GoFundMe account to send the tireless meteorologist on vacation.

“For a couple days I didn’t even pay attention to it,” says Lindner. But the account eventually topped $21,000.

County rules say he couldn't keep the money. But even before that, the Lindners had decided to donate the money.

Jeff and his wife, who also works for the Flood Control District, felt that keeping the money wouldn’t be right.

“People who were flooded need that money way more than I need a vacation," says Lindner. 

Yep... this guy is definitely not a TV Weatherman.

But, some Houston station should hire him and make him one. 

This business could use more guys like him. 

H/T KHOU

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