An unusually strong upper level disturbance is expected to move into the area Thursday night through Saturday, bringing the possibility of very active weather to portions of the Aloha State. The latest guidance indicates an increasing potential for strong to 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. Listen for later statements, as well as possible watches and warnings, as this event becomes more clear.

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.