Red flag warning covers leeward areas of all Hawaiian Islands on Friday

The National Weather Serv ­ice has issued a red flag warning for leeward areas of all Hawaiian Islands as strong wind and low humidity heighten the risk for wildfires. The warning is in effect today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. “A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels can contribute to extreme fire behavior, ” forecasters said. “Any fires that develop will likely spread ...