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Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 7:37 pm
by TxLady
Oh Thank Goodness, it's back, if only for a little while...For all of us "out in the sticks" this forum is extremely important. We are too far out to be considered "Houston". It's always helpful to check into the forum and see what is going on in Bedias, College Station, etc... If there is a need for contributions to continue, I will be glad to donate.
Re: Good Bye KHOU Weather Forum
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 8:39 pm
by DoctorMu
JDsGN wrote:I hope this can stay a web forum. Facebook just wouldn't be the same and can be such a pain to navigate when wanting things in chronological order. A 10 page monthly weather post on here would be impossible to navigate on facebook and end up going down rabbit trails with all of the sub conversations for each comments replies but I guess that it would be better than not having the forum at all.
Facebook Sucks. Any other solution as a forum would be far superior, particularly when severe weather rears its head.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 8:47 pm
by DoctorMu
Just a note that not only has this forum informed the public, but it likely has saved lives because of the rapid, organized, and timely real time data, graphics, and information on an easy to use platform. Thanks to all, and hope this venue continues to exist and serve its mission.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 9:12 pm
by GBinGrimes
Vote for continuing as this type of forum. Full blown NO for blasted facebook.
I would also be glad to pay a small monthly or annual fee to help maintain/operate the site.
This site helped tremendously in my company's prep for Harvey, as we were watching the long range discussions. It has also helped in the winter as we have offices in North Texas.
Best part of this site that's not weather related? We talk and share in here with no verbal "yelling", angst or animosity. Its peaceful and pleasant, even in the midst of storms there is a calm reassurance that what we find here is true and everyone cares.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 9:39 pm
by Katdaddy
This weather forum has become a giant family over the years which must continue.
Re: IT'S BACK!!! - Re: Good Bye KHOU Weather Forum
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 9:40 pm
by Ptarmigan
Rip76 wrote:brooksgarner wrote:3:25PM Monday 11/5/18-
All,
There was some miscommunication today, but the KHOU weather forum is back.
It has been reinstated and will be alive through this month. At that time, the forum will either be transferred to an upgraded platform with a more secure way of communicating, or perhaps the database containing all forum messages over the decade could be moved to a new virtual host with a unique URL, to be reborn. Perhaps it could be moved to a facebook page. Any of your thoughts are welcomed!
More than anything, I want to reiterate that we absolutely value your contributions to this forum. Like you, we come here to share in our enthusiasm for the science of meteorology and the fellowship of the community.
-Brooks
I prefer a forum setting over a Facebook type layout as well.
If we have to start our own, etc. I would be willing to donate for sure.
I’ve been on here since Rita, and I don’t want to lose this.
Same here.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 9:45 pm
by Rip76
This forum should be its own site.
I don’t know much about maintaining servers, etc, but I bet we could come up with the cash.
“Texas Weather,” sounds like a good start.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 10:09 pm
by texoz
Another big "NO" on Facebook forum.
There are cheap options and I'd be surprised & disappointed if KHOU couldn't figure something out. I'm guessing the web traffic isn't that consistent here, but like I said there are inexpensive platforms.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 11:19 pm
by DoctorMu
texoz wrote:Another big "NO" on Facebook forum.
There are cheap options and I'd be surprised & disappointed if KHOU couldn't figure something out. I'm guessing the web traffic isn't that consistent here, but like I said there are inexpensive platforms.
If a forum website like this is significantly eating into a major market network affiliate profit margin "you're not doing it right."
Re: IT'S BACK!!! - Re: Good Bye KHOU Weather Forum
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 6:47 am
by unome
brooksgarner wrote:... At that time, the forum will either be transferred to an upgraded platform with a more secure way of communicating, or perhaps the database containing all forum messages over the decade could be moved to a new virtual host with a unique URL, to be reborn. Perhaps it could be moved to a facebook page. Any of your thoughts are welcomed!
I am all for an upgraded, more secure platform. A resounding "NO" to Facebook or any other data-collection-selling company masquerading as a social media site.
The information and civil, knowledgable weather discussion on this forum are priceless & a big "thank you" to all who make it so.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 10:41 am
by tireman4
I vote for a forum too.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 1:08 pm
by Texaspirate11
PLEASE keep this forum open - I reach alot of people with disabilities when the weather gets bad
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 2:46 pm
by Electric Lizard
I agree with most above - a forum structure is the only way I can think of to keep track of the various threads when the news is coming fast. I would definitely contribute. On the other thread on this subject, Andrew suggests that maintaining such a forum could cost $100-200 per month. If that's the case, I'm in for $200 if, in the future, "October" (my favorite month, weather wise) is referred to as "Electric Lizard's October".
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 4:24 pm
by mckinne63
My vote goes for a forum. Social media can be a mess to handle and to follow, especially facebook. With Facebook, you would probably have to worry about drive bys causing problems.
Is there a reason we can't stay here? I understand if you can't say. Y'all have been so helpful informing the Houston community what is going on with the weather. And including our neighbors in other parts of Texas.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 4:33 pm
by davidiowx
As stated in the other thread.. NO to facebook!! What a mess that would be.. I will be happy to contribute to help keep this place up and running. This is one of the only 2 weather forums I look at every single day that isn't bombarded with trolls and spam. PLEASE don't let this go away!!
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 11:36 pm
by Stormrider
I would like to see the Forum continue. I wish that we could convince the powers that be how vital this Forum is in disseminating weather and preparedness information. I'm not in favor of a move to social media.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2018 8:36 am
by tireman4
I would be happy to contribute as well.
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2018 3:26 pm
by nlosrgr8
I have to say I haven’t checked this site lately as the weather has been rather uneventful. However, this has been my source of expert information for many many years, and while I offer nothing in the way of any sort of weather knowledge, I often send friends a link if they want the best information during precarious weather. I remember feeling lost when WWL lost their forum, and now there is a danger of this forum being dismantled. Please, I implore you to find a way to communicate with the concerned folks out there who read the forum in silence. The expertise found here is very valuable, why, I remember boasting to friends that I had known who Jeff Linder I was, before he became famous!
Please try to keep a forum, if not, I guess a closed FB page might work. But I’m no expert. Please keep,us informed!
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2018 11:01 am
by Rip76
Any idea on what will happen as of yet?
Re: Update: KHOU Weather Forum IS Back..for now
Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2018 11:09 am
by srainhoutx
Rip76 wrote:Any idea on what will happen as of yet?
Keep watching closely for new information. A tremendous amount of work has been accomplished behind the scenes and we hope to a some news in the next week or so. Stay Tuned!