NEW: James Spann launching Alabama Weather Network

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If James Spann is announcing something, people in Alabama will usually listen.

On July 15, Spann took to social media as he so often does to announce his next adventure: launching the Alabama Weather Network.

“I love this state. I know it better than anyone, having traveled the back roads for four decades. I know the people, the culture, our geography and our micro climates. For years, one of my dreams is to provide weather for all of Alabama with a statewide network. I’m absolutely thrilled to announce my dream is coming true.”

James Spann, ABC 33/40 Chief Meteorologist

Keep reading to learn more about the weather network + when you can start following along.

Alabama Weather Network

The network focused solely on Alabama weather will officially launch Aug. 11 but you can already follow them across social media channels including:

The network will work as a streaming service, available to watch across platforms like Roku, Apple TV, Chrome Cast and more.

Spann says there will be a team of meteorologists, storm spotters and others at the network to provide statewide coverage.

“On a daily basis, you’ll be able to get your weather anytime you want, no matter where you live in Alabama. But when the weather turns dangerous and there is severe weather anywhere in the state, whether its a tornado, a hurricane, a flash flood or a winter storm, we will be on the air covering it live for as long as it lasts.”

James Spann

Spann, who has spent most of his 47-year broadcast career in Alabama, will remain at ABC 33/40, still providing severe weather coverage at the station for those in central Alabama.

However, it’s clear his day-to-day role at the station may be dialed back a bit to make space for his new network.

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Caleb Turrentine
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