Forecasters at the National Weather Service Honolulu office say strong trade winds and heavy rain — capable of producing flash flooding — are increasingly likely Saturday through Monday (Feb. 7-9).

New research reveals atmospheric signals that appear before deadly flash floods, helping forecasters detect extreme rainfall events sooner.

“Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross-winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles,” forecasters said. “Loose outdoor items should be ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The National Weather Serv ­ice has issued a flood watch for Hawaii island beginning late this evening and continuing through ...