Chattanooga Chuck predicts early spring on Groundhog Day

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) Chattanooga Chuck failed to see his shadow today at the Tennessee Aquarium.

By Groundhog Day tradition, that means an early spring for the Tennessee Valley.

Chuck’s prediction is opposite of Punxsutawney Phil’s call in Pennsylvania, who called for more winter.

Check out more Chuck & Groundhog lore from The Tennessee Aquarium this morning.

From Chattanooga Chuck:

“Good morning to all from my rooftop lair!
You’re here to learn if the weather will be fair,
Or if ice and snow will soon come around
Before springtime blooms adorn the town.
I awoke this morning and wouldn’t you know?
My shadow’s not here, though I’ve searched high and low.
So this groundhog’s calling it right here, today…
An early spring is on its way!
And to help make sure that my forecast by all can be seen,
I’ve changed the Aquarium peak lights to green!”