Red flag warning canceled for leeward Big Island

What is a Red Flag Warning and why is it important?
While longtime San Diego residents are likely familiar with the term, some may be new to the advisory. So, what exactly does a Red Flag Warning mean and why is it important?
More Santa Ana Winds in Forecast; Red Flag Warnings to Take Effect
Santa Ana winds will again batter parts of the Southland starting Tuesday, raising concerns about wildfires just as fire crews were making progress to fully surround the Franklin Fire in Malibu. According to the National Weather Service,
Update: Red flag warning canceled for leeward Big Island
Update at 3:56 p.m. Dec. 12: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has canceled the red flag warning for leeward sections of the state, including the Big Island. As winds begin to decrease and relative humidity rebounds, the threat of critical fire weather has diminished.
Red flag warning issued for leeward areas of all islands
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory covering most of Maui County and Hawaii island, effective until 6 a.m. Thursday. East winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected to whip around portions of Kahoolawe, Lanai, Maui and Hawaii island.
Red Flag Warning issued for high fire risk in parts of San Diego County
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning due to an increased fire danger risk caused by Santa Ana winds and dry air in Southern California mountains and valleys. The warning goes into effect Monday morning and will last through Wednesday.
Red Flag Warning issued for leeward areas until Thursday afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for leeward areas of all islands due to gusty winds and low relative humidity. The warning remains in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday. Red flag conditions are expected through early this evening, and again Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon.
Red Flag Warning in effect for leeward parts of Hawaii until Thursday
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Red Flag Warning for the leeward areas across the state until Thursday. The weather alert comes as a warning from wind and low humidity to advise residents about fire conditions. The warning has been extended effect and will be in effect until Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m.
Red flag warning canceled for all Hawaiian islands
The National Weather Service has canceled the red flag warning for leeward areas of all Hawaiian islands. “As winds begin to decrease and relative humidity rebounds, the threat of critical fire weather has diminished,
Red flag warning issued for Southern California, with strong winds, fire dangers foreseen
The heat is already here. Now get ready for the wind — and possible Red Flag conditions. A wood-burning ban extends at least ...
Big Island Now4d
Green signs emergency proclamation in response to red flag warning
Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green on Wednesday evening signed an emergency proclamation in response to the red flag warning issued ...
First Alert Forecast: Red Flag Warning posted statewide through Thursday
An upper level disturbance passing south of the islands will enhance showers a bit over the eastern slopes of the Big Island ...
Thousands under public safety power shutoffs amid Red Flag Warning
More than 50,000 San Diego Gas & Electric customers have been placed under public safety power shutoffs Tuesday as the peak ...
NBC Los Angeles7d
Santa Ana winds return, prompting red flag warning and fire danger across SoCal
Strong Santa Ana winds with gusts up to 65 mph return to the inland and mountain areas, prompting a red flag warning across ...
Reeva Steenkamp’s mom warns Oscar Pistorius’ new girlfriend of his major ‘red flag’ 11 years after he murdered model
The mother of the South African model murdered by former Olympic and Paralympic sprint legend Oscar Pistorius has a chilling ...
Franklin Fire in Malibu scorches nearly 4,000 acres, thousands remain evacuated with red flag warning set to expire
The Franklin Fire has burned 3,983 acres in Malibu, prompting thousands to evacuate and destroying seven structures.