The National Weather Service in Honolulu has continued the Red Flag Warning for LEEWARD SECTIONS of MAUI COUNTY, in effect until 6:00 p.m. this evening.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures will create rapid fire growth potential. A Red Flag Warning does not predict new fire starts.

EFFECTS: Strong trade winds and low humidity will continue the threat of critical fire weather conditions through Monday afternoon. Conditions include: Northeast winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, relative humidity as low as 44 percent and temperatures in the low to mid 80s.

INFORMATION: Maui County Civil Defense will continue to monitor the situation. Please listen to your local radio and TV stations or NOAA weather radio broadcasts for any updates.

NOAA Weather Broadcasts can be reached by calling 1-866-944-5025. NOAA Weather Internet services can be found at www.prh.noaa.gov/hnl.

Pre-recorded advisories and notifications are available 24-hours a day on the Maui County Automated Information System (AIS) by calling 986-1200. This same information is available on the Maui County website at www.mauicounty.gov.