24/07/2025
๐ฌ STEM TALK SPOTLIGHT ๐
๐ Science Hub Career Feature
Nathaniel โMang Taniโ Cruz
Meteorologist | STEM in Action
Meet Nathaniel "Mang Tani" Cruz, one of the most trusted meteorologists in the Philippines. A former PAGASA weather specialist and now the resident meteorologist of GMA News, Mang Tani has become a household name, bringing timely and accurate weather forecasts to Filipinos nationwide.
With his expertise in atmospheric science and his dedication to public service, Mang Tani uses STEM to save lives โ especially during typhoons, floods, and natural disasters. His work combines data analysis, communication, and climate awareness, proving that STEM in the Philippines is vital, relevant, and life-changing.
But what exactly is a meteorologist?
A meteorologist is a scientist who studies and predicts the weather. They use satellites, weather instruments, and computer models to tell us when it will rain, how strong a storm might be, or how hot or cold the day will be. Their job helps keep people and communities safe and prepared during bad weather.
๐ฆ๏ธ๐ก STEM careers inform. STEM careers protect. STEM careers serve the nation.
๐ท CTTO: Nathaniel Cruz during a weather update | Photo: GMA News
GMA News Online. (n.d.). Who is Nathaniel โMang Taniโ Cruz? Retrieved July 11, 2025, from https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/balitambayan
PAGASA-DOST. (n.d.). About PAGASA. Retrieved July 11, 2025, from https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph
National Weather Service. (2023). What does a meteorologist do? National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. https://www.weather.gov/jetstream/meteorologist