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The “Social Media-rologist” Dilemma

Operational meteorologists are dealing with an issue that won’t go away, and seems to be more problematic every year. It usually begins with a flood of Facebook private messages and posts asking “is this true”. And, they share a link … Continue reading →

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So, Want To Follow James Spann On Social Media?

People have referred to me as a “social media expert”. Nope… I am not. And, I am not sure there is such a thing. But, I do enjoy interacting with people, and I have connected with many via social media … Continue reading →

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Facebook: Not A Good Severe Weather Platform

Yep, I know… the world lives on Facebook, and I spend long hours there pushing weather information. But, quite frankly, it is a horrible way of disseminating severe weather information. Here is why… *FACEBOOK “LIKE PAGE”: I am honored to … Continue reading →

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Important Facebook Change

If you use social media, I will make an important change beginning today…. *Alabama severe weather warnings will now be posted on my regular Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/spann To receive these, you will need to click on the “subscribe” button. And … Continue reading →

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Follow James Spann… What To Expect

I honestly am not a “social media” expert… despite a number of local, regional, and national media articles saying I am. But, I do enjoy interacting with people, and have managed to attract a large audience on Facebook, Twitter, FourSquare, … Continue reading →

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Important Social Media Note

This is for those that follow me on Twitter and Facebook…. TWITTER: My stream has evolved into one that is matching groups or people with tornado relief needs with those who can meet those needs. The strength of social media … Continue reading →

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