Entire state placed under flash flood watch

The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a flash flood watch for the entire state from Thursday through Saturday evening.

Forecasters said that moist air and unstable atmosphere will combine to bring the possibility of flooding rains. “The chance of flooding will be greatest from Oahu to the Big Island. The heaviest rainfall is likely during the afternoon hours,” they said Thursday.

A watch means that conditions are favorable for flash flooding, which can be life-threatening, they warned, adding “do not cross fast-flowing water in your vehicle or on foot.”

Farmers market startup workshop scheduled

A startup workshop aimed at helping anyone seeking to generate income by becoming a vendor at farmers markets or special events is being offered Tuesday by the West Oahu County Farm Bureau. Attendees will gain an understanding of what is involved in setting up a small business at a farmers market.

The workshop will be at the Oahu Urban Garden Center classroom, 455 Kamehameha Highway in Pearl City, from 5 to 8:45 p.m. The cost is $10 for preregistration by Monday. The cost on the day of the event is $15, but call ahead to reserve a seat. Food is included but cannot be guaranteed if no reservation is made. Credit cards are not accepted.

For information and to preregister or to reserve a seat at the door, call Dina at 622-5500 or email dina@hawaii.rr.com.