00:00Hawaii could face a tropical storm threat by mid-August.
00:03AccuWeather is monitoring a disturbance in the eastern Pacific.
00:07Forecasters say it could develop between August 10 and 12.
00:10If it strengthens, the system could approach Hawaii around August 14 or 15.
00:15The threat could bring heavy rain and dangerous surf.
00:19Flash flooding and damaging winds are also possible.
00:22Even without becoming a named storm, impacts could still occur.
00:26Strong tropical waves may increase trade winds and thunderstorms.
00:30The eastern Pacific has already been active this season.
00:34Seven named storms have formed, including two hurricanes.
00:37Hurricane Genevieve reached Category 5 intensity in late July.
00:42It recorded maximum sustained winds of 160 miles per hour.
00:47Forecasters currently give the new tropical wave a medium chance of developing.
00:51For now, meteorologists say conditions remain uncertain.
00:55Residents and visitors in Hawaii are being urged to monitor updates.
01:00Forecasters will continue watching the Pacific as mid-August approaches.
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