Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 10/15/2026 03:10

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued October 15 at 8:10PM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 15, 2026 - 3:10am
Expires: 
October 15, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
Tropical Depression Champi has moved far enough away from Pohnpei and Kosrae that the heavy rainfall and gusty winds have weakened. Conditions are expected to continue to improve as Champi moves further away. Therefore, this will be the last special weather statement issuance. However, a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for sustained winds just below 22 knots and frequent gusts above that, along with elevated, choppy seas.
Area Description: 
Pohnpei Coastal Waters; Kosrae Coastal Waters
Forcast Office: 
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov