As California sees dangerous wind gusts, Hawaiian islands hit with flash flooding

As strong gusts and warm temperatures once again elevate fire danger in COVID-19-ravaged Southern California this week, the Hawaiian islands have been placed under flash flood advisories. 

Cal Fire has issued a Red Flag Warning for much of the Golden State's coastline, stretching as far up as Carmel and Salinas.  The National Weather Service reported Tuesday that there will be no significant changes to the weather pattern of the next two days and wind speeds may reach around 70 to 80 mph at higher elevations and 50 to 70 mph in valleys and along the coast.