Headline:
Typhoon Watch issued October 16 at 8:50AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Typhoon Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 3:50pm
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
...TROPICAL STORM CHAMPI CONTINUES WEST-NORTHWEST TOWARD THE
MARIANAS...
.NEW INFORMATION...
None.
.AREAS AFFECTED...
This local statement provides important information and recommended
actions for people in Guam and the Northern Marianas.
.WATCHES/WARNINGS...
A Typhoon Watch continues for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan in the
Mariana Islands.
A Flood Watch remains in effect for all of Guam and the Northern
Marianas. Please listen closely for any Flood Warnings that might be
in effect for your area.
.STORM INFORMATION...
At 7 AM ChST...the center of Tropical Storm Champi (29W) was located
near latitude 11.6N...longitude 155.8E. This was about 750 miles
east of Guam. Storm motion was west-northwest, 300 degrees, at 12
mph. Storm intensity was 45 mph.
.SITUATION OVERVIEW...
When making decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track. It
is too early to provide exact wind and surge forecast values for
specific locations. A general concern should be for the possibility
of at least extensive damage somewhere within Guam and the Northern
Marianas.
Instruction:
Stay calm and keep informed. Comply with any evacuation orders that
are issued for your area. If you live in a metal roof or container
home, or you live in a surge zone or any location prone to flooding,
evacuate to a designated shelter or ride out the storm in the sturdy
home of family or friends outside of evacuation zones.
Items to bring to a shelter include a first aid kit, medicines and
prescriptions, baby food and diapers, games and books, toiletries, a
battery powered radio, a cell phone, flashlights with extra batteries,
a blanket or sleeping bag for each person, personal identification,
copies of key papers such as insurance policies, available cash and
credit cards. Remember, pets are not allowed in most public shelters,
so check ahead with your intended shelter.
Regarding your home or business, cover all windows and doors with
shutters or plywood. Move patio furniture and other loose objects
indoors. Brace all exterior doors, including garage doors. Do this as
early as possible.
If you need to make a trip to the hardware store, the grocery store,
or the gas station, do so as early as possible.
Area Description:
Guam; Rota; Tinian; Saipan
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov