What began as a calm afternoon on June 4 turned into a chaotic scene when a sudden windstorm, described by staff as a microburst, swept through Kaanapali Beach in front of the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas.
Kim Epp and her children were enjoying the beach when the skies shifted and a mini tornado-like gust tore through the loungers and umbrellas. Despite being secured into the sand, two umbrellas were ripped from the ground and launched over the water, along with shoes, clothing, and even a few startled kids from their inner tubes.
The swirling wind eventually formed a waterspout, drawing gasps from beachgoers as one umbrella spiraled higher and higher, raising fears about where it might land.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and after the storm passed, families were able to retrieve their belongings from the water.
This footage is being managed exclusively by Newsflare. To license this video email licensing@newsflare.com or call: +44 (0) 203 937 6280
Clip ID: 758453
Subscribe to NewsflareBreaking: http://bit.ly/newsflare
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Newsflare
Twitter https://twitter.com/Newsflare
Register now to upload your videos Visit https://www.newsflare.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social to find out more.
