Meteorologist Texts Wife While Live Reporting on Tornadoes

A meteorologist reporting on a tornado was worried about what was going on at home. James Spann of ABC 33/40 was warning his viewers of tornadoes ripping through neighborhoods in Alabama, when he realized his house might be in the path. So he texted his wife to warn her. He kept viewers updated throughout the live coverage, which went on for hours. He even stepped away from the broadcast for a while and returned with another update from home. Inside Edition Digital’s Mara Montalbano has more. #InsideEdition

[@sarahlevine7042]

Some people could say he was being unprofessional but he is a living angel. He even said sorry. God bless that man.

[@daviroza4700]

I wish I had a wife but I’m living under a rock fighting off daily air strikes from USA 😔

[@JoyBoyGeeze]

@@daviroza4700 nah u ded

[@shaquieby7259]

YEAH AN ANGEL INDEED HE COMMANDED THE COTTEN PICKING!!!

[@argpluk3340]

HE HELPS ME LYNCH

[@hiteshadhikari]

@@daviroza4700 osama u had multiple wives

[@greensocks5721]

For yall that don't know, This beautiful man is James Spann, he stayed on the air during 4/27/2011 for 8 hours straight covering the tornado outbreak, had his home sustain major damage yesterday and still stayed on the air, maintained professionalism throughout the entire thing, and is probably the closest thing to the most respected man in the state of Alabama.

[@sacredxkllrc3533]

Amen to that

[@lucyjane2883]

the literal gem of alabama. can’t think of a better thing this state has produced lmao

[@hai.lashae844]

We love James spann 💕💕✨

[@aprilsoriginals5089]

The absolute best, and legend! A name known in every household here!

[@water9584]

27.04.2011 it's not that hard to write it properly, Americans

[@ayoo2190]

That's a real husband. Protecting his wife from any dangerous thing possible.

[@daviroza4700]

I wish I had a wife but I’m living under a rock fighting off daily air strikes from USA 😔

[@legendarymug9795]

Do you comment on every Inside Edition video?

[@daviroza4700]

@@legendarymug9795 why u asking if u know she everyone knows she does

[@Aaditya12]

@@daviroza4700 oh I felt bad for you than I saw your name 😂😂

[@jessicak958]

@@daviroza4700 Oh I thought you hade a job in Senate somewhere buddy 😏 we seen the pics 😉

[@alyssarayesides6301]

As a Alabamian, I do must say, James is one of the best meteorologist. The fact his house was hit by the tornado, yet he continued to make sure his state was safe and aware. He is a great man.

[@MrSlayer..]

bro i live in alabama and i know right

[@vaishakp1356]

what does your family tree resemble?

[@sacredxkllrc3533]

@@vaishakp1356 lmao I’m from Alabama and it’s normal

[@denneymoore7378]

@@vaishakp1356 probably a lot more normal than yours

[@Brassard1985]

@@vaishakp1356 That doesn’t actually happen in Alabama. I’m from there and have never met, nor heard of, anyone practicing incest. That’s an internet myth.

[@will.buckley]

He is just being a good husband. Anyone else would do the same for someone they love.

[@shaquieby7259]

LOL

[@pufflerate123]

LMAOOOOOOO

[@diegococ409]

LMFAO

[@libertyprime619]

A good husband and brother

[@jayr3381]

Lmaoooooo

[@SevereWeatherCenter]

He not only saved his wife by doing that, but he made people see how serious the situation was and caused other people to call and text their loved ones, friends and coworkers. He’s a hero

[@kevinnguyen552]

Yea Seems pretty professional to me His job is to warn people And to text his wife is very professional imo

[@Nabee_H]

Him contacting his wife probably encouraged a lot more people to contact their loved one

[@libertyprime619]

Him contacting his sister * fixed it for you

[@clean-edits1480]

@@libertyprime619 ??

[@Wallyworld30]

@@clean-edits1480 I believe this fella was making an Alabama joke. Suggesting Spann is married to his wife.

[@clean-edits1480]

@@Wallyworld30 ohhhh. Us Alabamians aren’t that weird, at least I don’t think😂😂

[@libertyprime619]

@@clean-edits1480 incest is wincest in Alabama

[@dappergent4557]

This is my meteorologist, he is a good man, the funny thing about him is if the weather or any kind of severe weather gets worse, then he takes off his tie or his suspenders showing how bad it is. He is a great meteorologist and has been doing it for about 40 years!

[@vomitingwithungodlyaccurac3218]

What a good husband. Putting his wife before his job... that’s admirable.

[@hdgrimey]

Shut up

[@South_China_Sea_Yacht_Club]

I wonder how many women will do that

[@y.a.8892]

@@hdgrimey You should Shutup

[@C-126]

@@South_China_Sea_Yacht_Club same.......

[@hdgrimey]

@@y.a.8892 shut up

[@Zappappappappa]

"A meteorologist" put some respect on this man's name, James Spann the greatest meteorologist in my lifetime and I live in Michigan for God's sake.

[@Frenite]

He’s a very good husband for putting his wife first. He also seemed very professional about the whole situation and made sure to keep his viewers updated.

[@sohyangworld1544]

@@jayr3381 What?

[@sohyangworld1544]

@@jayr3381 🤡🤡🤡

[@kokichikinnie2309]

@@jayr3381 huh

[@kailynthelen2517]

@@jayr3381 sexist!

[@jayr3381]

@Ace Ace huh?

[@NHope-md8ds]

He stayed on the air for several more hours, even after his house was hit. Just wanted to make sure his wife was okay, then he kept on keeping on. For everyone that isn't from here, James Spann is probably the most well-known and beloved person on local television in the state of Alabama. He is absolutely amazing, as a forecaster and a person. He takes his job very seriously and has dedicated his entire career to helping keep the people of Alabama informed, prepared, and safe. He knows every single road in every single city, even in the towns I've never heard of, and he knows specific landmarks in those towns right off the top of his head without referencing maps! The amount of lives he has saved is probably astronomical at this point. I'm telling you, he is a hero. We appreciate you more than you could know, Spann, and I'm so glad your wife is okay!

[@InfinityIntellect]

He probably was worried about his wife. Caring about family members is usually important especially during these types of weather alerts.

[@EvaUnitJames]

Nahhhhh

[@twoxreed7971]

what makes you think that??

[@daviroza4700]

I wish I had a wife but I’m living under a rock fighting off daily air strikes from USA 😔

[@sarahlevine7042]

@@EvaUnitJames I bet you would do the same if it was somebody you cared about

[@sarahlevine7042]

@@twoxreed7971 He did the right thing. Making sure his wife was safe proves how amazing of a husband he is

[@babykay185]

Here in Alabama : 1. Jesus 2. Nick Saban 3. James Spann He really goes above and beyond when it comes to the storms in our state. God Bless him

[@kayprivate2720]

This is James Spann, our beloved meteorologist in Alabama. I have watched him since the early 90s. This man works tirelessly trying to protect people. His knowledge about Alabama is unmatched. He can tell you any and everything there is to know about Alabama. Many sleepless nights for this man. A true professional. The day he retires, will be a sad day for us all. He's a treasure.

[@exclusivelymadeforthat]

It's clayrangers grandfather

[@-_-DoniJ]

I wish he could never retire 😭but he’ll have to one day 🥲

[@carmar208]

I'm from PA and have admired this man for a long time, AL is lucky to have him. 😊 Stay safe.

[@dappergent4557]

He's my meteorologist and he is great! He takes off his suspenders, coat, and tie when the storm gets worse and he has been doing the weather for about 40 years and he is awesome!!

[@kayprivate2720]

@@dappergent4557 Yes. He is the only weather person we have watched. My dad and mom watched him when I was a kid, which turned me onto watching him, esp when I got out on my own. I don't trust anyone else.

[@joymelton-bollen6383]

This is a remarkable man, he does ALOT for our communities. He's very well loved around here, his care for people is 100% genuine!!!

[@makeupbysara4445]

James Spann is a wonderful human! I remember him visiting my school in elementary school teaching us about tornado safety. He knows Alabama terrain like the back of his hand and does all he can to save as many lives as possible.

[@BlackOmEga_2099]

Prayers for those effected by the tornadoes yesterday. We barely got by yesterday, but thankfully it passed over our city near Shelby

[@dairbarely6353]

Damn

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

What a awesome 😎 person

[@jazeteh]

Wow thats a huge coincidence

[@sahilibrahim41]

Bro at least MAKEUP a lie that is believable

[@broncobro0199]

James Spann has been my weather man my whole life. We all love and respect him so much for what he does! He and his team live streamed for 8+ hours during the storm!

[@MyName-fh5ik]

Can't fault him on that one. Good for him and glad she's safe. He probably helped viewers realize how serious it is by doing that. Good man.

[@melaniezirixa1239]

Agreed. I've seen many other meteorologist in Tornado Ally do that as well and it helps to let the viewers know how serious it is as well as how much the meteorologist cares for both their family and others.

[@aaronelliott3019]

James Spann is a living legend. He had every right to make sure his family was safe. The fact he made the point to check on his wife during broadcast most likely made viewers want to check up on their loved ones. I love watching his tornado coverage videos because he is so precise and to the point. Alabama is lucky to have such a legendary meteorologist.

[@deuce263]

That takes a lot of courage! Doing news and taking care of the family. Now that is a man. 👑

[@SadiyahM]

NOICE

[@daviroza4700]

I wish I had a wife

[@deuce263]

@@SadiyahM ?

[@masterchief4421]

@@daviroza4700 no you don't

[@shaquieby7259]

DO YOU KNOW WHAT TAKES MORE CORUAGE, LYNCHING THE MINORITES

[@vegasaviation2243]

This man is the best meteorologist in the world. He has covered the biggest tornado outbreaks incredibly well and cares so so much for people’s safety.

[@alexnuisance1963]

i’m glad he wasn’t penalized for this, great man!

[@Manananggal-oe8gs]

If he was then the social media world will get back on the news channel.

[@mishcag6861]

I am your 200 like

[@Icanttellwhosrealanymore]

I’m your 335th like

[@mayebeline1149]

It would be outrageous to penalize him for successfully conveying how serious the danger was. That's his most important professional responsibility.

[@racecarsandconvections1991]

James Spann is arguably the second most popular person in the state of Alabama aside from the coach of the Alabama football team. Im pretty sure they would riot if the station penalized him. haha

[@melanieparchman5873]

That beautiful man has no reason to be sorry. He’s a true loving husband and if he was in AZ I would watch him just because of that. Wishing well to his family and all others suffering from those awful tornadoes.

[@ethandeut678]

What a legend. He made sure everyone was okay and kept updating his wife and all the viewers. He worked under all that pressure to ensure people were warned. His home was hit, but instead he said to think about the people who were it harder. This guy is amazing.

[@williamodle5417]

Spann the Man. Alabama is treated to a true angel. Hears his house is damaged, and keeps going. God bless that man. He is a true life saver.

[@DrTLEvans]

Mr Spann has been a tremendous meteorologist for decades. I’m in GA and have been a fan for years. He truly cares about people and loves his job. He seems so down to earth like a family member. I love how he showed his humanity by letting us know his wife’s safety is a priority. Prayers to everyone. yesterday and this morning was rough.

[@JasonRyanWilson]

Prayere to you and your fam, Queen. Hope everyone is well and safe. 🙏

[@Mel0763]

James Spann is one of the best meteorologists in the entire country. I’ve watched him since he first started on television several years ago. As some other people have mentioned, his knowledge of every city, town and community in Alabama is amazing! He is a living encyclopedia of meteorology.

[@beaedens285]

Mr. Spann has actually been a TV weather anchor for decades. He’s been on his current channel since 1996. 🙂

[@honeyvega7986]

Hat's off to this man! He took care of his family while doing his job.

[@chrisgraham4790]

This man deserves the highest award for weather coverage and professionalness I am from ky don't even have to watch Alabama weather but I do just to watch Spann the man his wife is blessed to have him by her side and all of Alabama or to be very thankful for such a person

[@blaakcoffee]

What an amazing meteorologist and HUSBAND!!

[@rainluvshobie]

one of these tornadoes tracked right down my sisters street, and i couldn’t get a hold of her. luckily, she called me about an hour later and told me she was okay but she wasn’t able to text back because she was underground and the cell service didnt work.

[@hypetype4429]

Social Media: so unprofessional More sensible people: he’s an amazing husband

[@niniandsunny1353]

Best comment!!!!!

[@lovewhitey2027]

Exactly this is a True earth angel So rare 🗣

[@libertyprime619]

Brother*

[@jvnotfound5358]

@@libertyprime619 He has a wife

[@reinhardt5405]

I don't think anyone is calling him unprofessional. At least not here. Everyone seems to be admired by his actions.

[@itsnotthesamething]

Anyone who follows James Spann wouldn't expect anything less from him. He is a great guy, all around, and I have no doubt his reporting has saved many lives.

[@delminharris3446]

I applaud this man for making sure his family is safe before anything else. He is a real family man.👍

[@sweetsweet81]

Awesome husband. He saved her life and possibly countless others.

[@donutinher]

Don't see the problem at least he wasn't driving

[@pearcey1113]

😂😂😂

[@capjoshua]

🛑

[@bashkalash]

Your name tho

[@jetoux4881]

Piggles

[@Mithreniel]

Why is this comment so funny, lol

[@ellenmarie3294]

The tornado had everyone's mind like: This Meteorologist: Speedy, caring husband, making sure his wife is safe!

[@natefrm860]

Where the will is that emoji 😂😂

[@ellenmarie3294]

@@natefrm860 : buffering : without the spaces!

[@djbageleatusbeanus2741]

[@readerspalace9768]

edit: hehehehehe it worked

[@Nolan86745]

[@thememeestfilmbuff]

*Wife:* “Honey is it ok to go out?” *Husband:* “Let me check.” _All seriousness he’s a great husband for doing that._

[@daviroza4700]

I wish I had a wife but I’m living under a rock fighting off daily air strikes from USA 😔

[@legendarymug9795]

@@daviroza4700 Aren't you a bad person

[@sarahlevine7042]

I shouldn’t have laughed-

[@kxngcorrupt5524]

😂

[@JustinTimeForParties]

I’m the 200 like

[@cearabostick9315]

Such a good husband!! And human!! ❤️ He was worried about the life of others but also couldn’t just ignore his families safety! Bless him!

[@theyoungmenace3431]

He cares more about his wife then his own Job now that is a real man

[@ilovesilver205]

James is my favorite meteorologist since a child and even now as an adult!!

[@extraterrestrial736]

James Spann was a life saver during the 4/27/11 EF4 Alabama Tornado, god bless him

[@gwendorphins7]

I remember that day very well. We were lucky. Love your pic Kurt and Courtney

[@genuinelynina]

James Spann is an amazing reporter. He was even on an episode of Real Time Tornado, Tuscaloosa Alabama. Great man.

[@daultonmcdarby3125]

Why is he sorry?! Don’t be! You’re being human! Protecting your wife...family first...❤️

[@Jibbie49]

Plus, he was concerned about all the neighbors and his community that he could see the tornado was headed straight into.

[@stephanie4ever]

Exactly! Human! He had the same worry and emotion than anybody else would in that situation.

[@jamalwilburn228]

It's just time be courteous. He did a good job balancing eveything as he was reporting the weather while also making sure his wife was okay. Only way it could've been somewhat bad was if he just left leaving everyone clueless to what's going on. Some people, espically older people, don't know how to use the wifi and rely on his reporting on what to do.

[@veganconservative1109]

He was sorry because he's the poster boy for a Gentleman as well as a Husband.

[@KylieeStephens]

He is my local news reporter! He is the nicest guy ever! The tornados were very rough so I’m glad he texted his wife!

[@haraldkrull2549]

Hope that he manages to fix the damage done to his home, what a great guy!!💯😇

[@melaniezirixa1239]

Agreed.

[@FatherFirst]

Good for him for making sure his wife was safe. Praying for those affected by the tornadoes 🌪 that have recently caused so much chaos and damage.

[@heartz4tea]

Dam, what a good weather reporter! Well done, he was so chill

[@michaelsledge3904]

Been watching James since I was a kid. Met him a couple times too. Dude is a great man

[@jacksonprec]

He has been protecting us for many years! We love James Spann!

[@justellieeq]

I was I that tornado in the pathway! It’s so heartwarming that he was checking up on a loved one

[@kamielchristiaen8251]

A caring man❤

[@monicaquay]

James Spann is a legend. He has saved countless lives through the years.

[@paraplegicmom5318]

How can anyone dislike the video. He stayed professional. Checking on his wife while saving people lives. God Bless him. HEED THE WARNING PEOPLE.....

[@ddunklin1028]

I love having James Span on air during bad weather. Always very on point and ready to help and warn

[@kithya7123]

it's great that he prioritizes his wife over his job.

[@libertyprime619]

Sister*

[@kithya7123]

@@libertyprime619 oh right, alabama

[@Bronxsahh]

Ohh boy ive seen so many videos on tv when reporters took their job so seriously that nothing could make them react even an old women fall next to them 🤣🤣.

[@libertyprime619]

@@kithya7123 yea, can't forget the alabama state motto "Incest is wisncest"

[@shannonturney9045]

@@libertyprime619 wow how silly

[@jacobsizemore2578]

Whenever James Spann has his jacket off, all hell is breaking lose

[@jeanettewylie1804]

Big ups to this guy for even doing three things at once. He's just good.

[@gin8505]

That’s the legend himself James spann, told his wife they had damage then continued working for the next few hours great man!

[@cruciateligamentx5183]

Putting personal problems as a priority is truly heroic

[@1985toyotacamry]

He's the boss of doing that

[@Jibbie49]

He was also concerned about the people who were his neighbors and members of the whole community as he could see the track the tornado was taking.

[@haleyt3754]

Ew you’re disgusting. His wife was in the house that was ripped in half. The fact you think people could just ignore that and continue on with work is insane

[@1985toyotacamry]

@@haleyt3754 what mindset you thinking?

[@annasmith2908]

As someone who watched this live, he was worried about his wife but he was so dedicated to the lives of people in central alabama. He has saved my life a time or twenty and I know he has done the same for others. If there is such a thing as an angel on earth, james spann is one of them. We truly love and appreciate James here in alabama.

[@lime_forrest1451]

I was in the Shelby county area and actually heard the tornado passing over my house while watching James on my computer from my friends basement. James is truely the best meteorologist in Alabama and has helped both me and many other people when it comes to saving our lives in situations like this.

[@hannahtimmons702]

He even was helping the staff inside and told them to go to the stair well

[@sacredxkllrc3533]

Yeeee

[@Sassyglbeauty]

We love James Spann! He’s been devoting his life to be on call during the worst weather storms of our lives!

[@K177Y]

I really hope nothing bad happened to the wife or the reporter. He’s literally so considerate. :(

[@lachellee]

They’re okay

[@kayprivate2720]

She's okay and thankfully, it only got a bunch of trees, but spared his home. They don't have to rebuild.

[@sadietaylorsversion13]

james is a legend in the meteorological world and in the outside world as well! he’s an angel and he is insanely smart. we can’t thank him enough for all that he’s done.

[@boddles]

The Man, the myth, the legend James Spann has been helping people in Alabama forever

[@robertellis210]

He is the best meteorologist in Alabama. Most Alabamians in the viewing area trust Spann because he knows the state like the back of his hand and calls out neighborhoods and other landmarks in the path of these storms. He cares about the people of this state, and the fact that he continued to warn others throughout the day and evening all the while his house had just been hit and his wife probably frazzled shows he is a true professional. When it comes to severe weather, I trust him with my life. Many Alabamians do, and he takes his job very seriously. He has saved countless lives through the years. James Spann is the man!

[@Lcoyle1120]

James span is the best meteorologist and its not even close

[@MyHeart1955]

GOOD FOR HIM! GLAD HE SHOWED SOME CARE OF HIS WIFE. Thank you, sir!

[@mistahsmith]

That's sweet not rude because while caring for others he has to care for his wife right??

[@chazen00]

James Spann, Hands down a true professional of his Trade, and a damn great meteorologist. Being from East Alabama I can truly say, he is a “True Alabama King”

[@uzkzowz9412]

Wife: We going out or eating at home Husband: Lemme see

[@colbyclaire]

I live in Alabama, watched him since I was little! To those tornadoes caused so much heartache for many! He’s the absolute best! Much love for James Spann

[@miaa1762]

All he did was warn his family that a tornado was coming towards then. Any good person would do that.

[@chutesyYT]

Yeah but there aren't many good people nowadays so appreciate and recognize him for his KIND work. 🤚

[@tidesrollin5343]

He keeps us up to date for hours everytime we have a tornados!! James SPan is the man here in Tuscaloosa!!!!!!!!!!

[@journeymansmitty8283]

He's a good man even though he's working is making sure his wife is safe you don't see that much nowadays🤔

[@yayitskeke]

This man is a living angel. If he wasn’t here we would’ve died.

[@kelseytp]

that’s so sweet and anyone who thinks it’s “unprofessional” can shut up

[@ROBLOXGamingDavid]

This man deserves respect. Not just he saved lives but also stayed here and called his wife to be warned of a tornado heading her way.

[@aivah07]

As he should! He’s protecting his wife 🥰

[@deluxous]

The day I break up with my girl I see this. This is the type of love I had for her just for us to be strangers again😪 That’s a special type of love when you can have that person as the first thing in your mind, no matter if it’s good or bad

[@taskforcebruiser5787]

What does he say every time he goes live. Call or text friends and family in the warned area. He is just practicing what he preaches.

[@avixenk]

We Alabamaians love and adore James Spann. He and his team work continuously during severe weather giving frequent updates and bouncing back and forth between two, three, or more areas with tornadoes on the ground or a possibility of one. He's a great meteorologist and we absolutely trust him. If he points to your town and says to get in a shelter you do it no hesitation, doubts or need to be told twice.

[@I_Like_To_Go_Fast]

This made me think of a plan for my family to do in case **it ever hits the fan while I'm not home.

[@plusnew8306]

Can you share the plan so others can copy?

[@mariamercy7317]

I'm teary eyed seeing this! God bless that wonderful caring man!

[@madjack8893]

Spann is the man, one of the best in the nation!! 💜☘️

[@jamescarroll0615]

James Spann is the man! Been watching that guy since childhood.

[@SadiyahM]

His multitasking was good 👍

[@l.thomas2591]

James Spann is the heart of Alabama. Miss him after moving out of Alabama ♥️

[@cheatedwolf2986]

Hope y’all stay safe out there 🙏🏾😭

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

Never can blame a man or anyone for trying to look out for the safety of loved ones and family. Still working the whole time. Great job and video

[@raineszn3004]

Me when someone is talking to me while I’m talking to my crush

[@customlioness7372]

He is a good person you can see he truly cares about people, GOD Bless him and his family!!!♡♡

[@maramalhosni9674]

aww this is so sweet

[@sussybaka551]

His wife was more important than his job... esp being on live television. That's amazingly honorable and respectable. No greater love, deserving of high praise!!!

[@itsmasterfox9132]

If he got fired everybody would be so mad

[@sethsteener]

James doesn’t care if you’re his wife or some random person. He values your life and hopes and prays you stay safe and survive a tornado. There isn’t a bad bone in his body. He’s awesome, and a hero.

[@BrindleMoon]

Honestly, making it real like that for some people, being honest about his worries, that probably made people take it more seriously. He probably saved people doing that. It’s not unprofessional, it’s human.

[@sweetbubblez736]

I respect that his wife comes first before his job 🙏🏼🙌🏼 money comes and go family doesn’t