Waterspout — Channels Between the Islands, Hawaii Waters

2003-03-09 · near Kaena Point, Channels Between the Islands, Hawaii Waters

Wider weather episode

Several waterspouts--the number was not specified--were spotted west of Makaha, off the west coast of Oahu, by an airplane pilot. The waterspouts were drifting slowly eastward, did not disrupt air traffic, and apparently dissipated before being able to cause any injuries or property damage to mariners or beachgoers.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5329311. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.