Kaneohe Bay Marine Corp Air Station

Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 2:20PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI An unusually strong upper level disturbance is expected to approach the islands later Friday into Saturday, bringing the possiblity of very active weather to portions of the Aloha State. The latest guidance indicates a possiblity for severe thunderstorms, which could produce damaging winds and large hail, as well as the possibility for localized intense rainfall and flash flooding. The details of this event, including timing, locations most at risk, and intensity, are still uncertain. We will continue to monitor this potential. Listen for later statements, as well as possible watches and warnings, as this event becomes more clear.