We'll weather the weather whatever the weather whether we like it or not

[terracore]

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Honolulu HI
306 PM HST Sun Mar 3 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING FOR MAUNA KEA AND MAUNA LOA...

HIZ028-041415-
/O.CON.PHFO.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240305T0400Z/
Big Island Summits-
306 PM HST Sun Mar 3 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and freezing rain. Total snow accumulations of 5 to
  8 inches with freezing rain that could produce ice
  accumulations around two tenths of an inch.

* WHERE...Big Island Summits.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM HST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet,
and ice are expected or occurring. This will make travel very
hazardous or impossible. Any travel plans to the summits should be
postponed until the threat diminishes.

&&

$$

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Flood Watch

Flood Watch
National Weather Service Honolulu HI
307 PM HST Sun Mar 3 2024

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR BIG ISLAND FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH
LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

HIZ023-026>028-051>054-041515-
/O.CON.PHFO.FA.A.0003.240304T0400Z-240305T1600Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Kona-Kohala-Big Island Interior-Big Island Summits-Big Island
South-Big Island Southeast-Big Island East-Big Island North-
307 PM HST Sun Mar 3 2024

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible.

* WHERE...The Big Island.

* WHEN...From 6 PM HST this evening through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Flood prone roads and other low lying areas may be
  closed due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams. Urban areas
  may receive more significant flooding and property damage due to
  rapid runoff.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - A low level trough moving into the Big Island from the east
    will be enhanced by a deepening upper level system producing
    moderate to heavy rainfall mainly over the eastern slopes of
    the Big Island starting this evening. The heaviest rainfall
    amounts are forecast to fall along the eastern slopes of the
    Big Island from North Kohala, down the Hamakua Coast, into
    the Hilo and Puna Districts.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

A Flood Watch means that conditions are favorable for flash
flooding. Flash Flooding is LIFE THREATENING. Do not cross fast
flowing water in your vehicle or on foot.

&&

$$

M BALLARD

[terracore]

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Honolulu HI
410 AM HST Thu May 9 2024

HIZ001-003-004-006-007-009>011-015>018-022-023-026>054-100315-
Niihau-Kauai Southwest-Kauai Mountains-Waianae Coast-
Oahu North Shore-Olomana-Central Oahu-Waianae Mountains-
Lanai Mauka-Kahoolawe-Maui Windward West-Maui Leeward West-
Haleakala Summit-Kona-Kohala-Big Island Interior-
Big Island Summits-Kauai North-Kauai East-Kauai South-
East Honolulu-Honolulu Metro-Ewa Plain-Koolau Windward-
Koolau Leeward-Molokai Windward-Molokai Southeast-Molokai North-
Molokai West-Molokai Leeward South-Lanai Windward-Lanai Leeward-
Lanai South-Maui Central Valley North-Maui Central Valley South-
Windward Haleakala-Kipahulu-South Maui/Upcountry-South Haleakala-
Big Island South-Big Island Southeast-Big Island East-
Big Island North-
410 AM HST Thu May 9 2024

...ACTIVE WEATHER EXPECTED TONIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY WITH THE RISK
OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS AND POSSIBLY FLASH FLOODING...

An unusually strong upper level disturbance will move into the
area tonight 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.

Impacts could begin over the western end of the state as early as
tonight, with a transition to more of a widespread potential
Friday through Saturday. Listen for later statements, as well as
possible watches and warnings, as this event becomes more clear.

$$

[terracore]

This is a Civil Defense message for Thursday 05-09-2024 03:47 PM.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the State and Island of Hawaii.

A Flood Watch means conditions are favorable for flooding. Flooding may not occur, but is possible.

Due to the Flood Watch, be advised:
• Thunderstorms will produce heavy rains, high winds and lightning.
• Residents in flood prone areas should be prepared for heavy rains and potential flooding
• Be aware that road closures may occur without notice
• Do not attempt to cross flowing water in a vehicle or on foot; turn around don’t drown.
• If lightning threatens your area, the safest place to be is indoors.
You will be informed as conditions change.

This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.
For more information, please visit the County of Hawaii Hazard Impact Map

[TomK]

I can't remember the last time we had weather like this in May, including violent thunderstorms. It seems very unusual to me.

http://mkwc.ifa.hawaii.edu/forecast/mko/archive/index.cgi?selectedfcst=20240510.pm.html&yr_selected=2024&mo_selected=05

[terracore]

This is a Civil Defense message for Saturday 05-11-2024 04:30 PM.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the following districts: North and South Hilo and Puna.

A Flood Advisory means minor flooding is imminent or occurring.
Due to the Flood Advisory, be advised:
• Flooding can be life-threatening. Residents in flood prone areas are asked to remain alert for flooding conditions.
• Please drive with caution. Be on the alert for run-off, ponding of water, debris, and poor visibility.
• Do not attempt to cross flowing water in a vehicle or on foot; Stay out of rivers and drainage areas.
• Remember, if lightning threatens your area, the safest place to be is indoors.
You will be informed should conditions change.

This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.

[Midnight Rambler]

I can't remember the last time we had weather like this in May, including violent thunderstorms. It seems very unusual to me.

I don't know if they made it down to BI, but I remember in 2014 there were torrential downpours on Kauai on Memorial Day weekend. I remember because I was on vacation there at the time lol.

[kalianna]

I have a theory. The solar flares set off the aurora borealis, which was so strong it flipped the polarity of our magnetic poles, causing strange weather deviations such as clouds moving the wrong way across the sky, rain coming mauka to makai and thunderstorms in May. I think itʻs the only possible explanation.

[terracore]

ISSUED: 4:20 AM MAY. 14, 2024 – NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...All the main Hawaiian islands.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of
streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be closed, along
with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff.
Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A kona low developing north of the state will bring the
potential for  heavy rain and thunderstorms over portions of
the state from Wednesday through Friday and possibly
continuing through the weekend. The highest chances for
excessive rainfall appear to be over Oahu and Maui county
later Wednesday and Wednesday night, then slowly shift
westward, with the focus mainly on Kauai by later Friday.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Remember that it does not have to be raining at your location for
flash flooding to occur. If you notice signs of heavy rain or
thunderstorms upslope, move quickly away from flood prone areas.

[TomK]

I can't remember the last time we had weather like this in May, including violent thunderstorms. It seems very unusual to me.

I don't know if they made it down to BI, but I remember in 2014 there were torrential downpours on Kauai on Memorial Day weekend. I remember because I was on vacation there at the time lol.

No doubt we can get heavy downpours in May, but I can't remember when we also had severe thunderstorms in May. You need really cold temperatures high up in the atmosphere which is why we tend to get thunderstorms during the winter, not in the spring. Obviously, I'm not including tropical storms which are a different beast, but we don't get those in the spring either!