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#ThanksBarry: Neighbors Hold Parade For Retiring WBZ-TV Meteorologist Barry Burbank

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NORTH ANDOVER (CBS) – On Sunday, WBZ-TV meteorologist Barry Burbank received an unexpected surprise outside his North Andover home as he prepares to sign off for the final time.

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Barry Burbank is retiring after 42 years at WBZ. (WBZ-TV)

A North Andover Police cruiser escorted a line of cars for a parade celebrating Burbank's retirement.

Participants held signs and waved at a social distance to Burbank, whose final forecast will be Sunday night.

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A retirement parade outside Barry Burbank's home. (WBZ-TV)

After 42 years at WBZ-TV, Burbank will give his final forecast from his home weather studio during the 11 p.m. newscast.

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