The community is reminded to practice extreme caution while traveling on the roads, especially in the evening.
The Guam Police Department (GPD), along with Guam Customs, Dept. of Agriculture and the Dept. of Parks and Recreation, are either conducting traffic direction or monitoring the major intersections of Guam until sundown or until rush hour eases. Motorists are reminded to slow down and proceed with extreme caution as they approach an intersection that may be inoperable, controlled or uncontrolled. Also, we ask that motorists be courteous to others while at an intersection.
GUNG Supports Traffic Control Points
The Guam National Guard will deploy traffic control points (TCPs) in support of GPD at key intersections along Marine Corps Drive beginning tomorrow morning. As intersections are energized, the TCPs may shift to alternate sites. Please be mindful of servicemembers and other first responders at the intersections.
GMHA Update
The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA) remained fully operational throughout Super Typhoon Sinlaku. As of 12:00 p.m. on April 16, GMHA is resuming normal operations, including the return of elective outpatient and clinical services, visitation, and family viewing effective Friday, April 17.
Facility, Power, and Infrastructure
GMHA sustained no major structural damage during the storm. Minor flooding was observed; however, maintenance teams responded immediately and stabilized conditions. There was no damage to equipment, vehicles, or medical supplies. To ensure continuity of care, GMHA proactively transitioned to generator power during periods of island-wide electrical fluctuation. The hospital coordinated closely with the Guam Power Authority (GPA) and South Pacific Petroleum Corporation (SPPC) to maintain power stability and ensure generator fuel supply.
Patient, Staff Safety, and Clinical Operations
There were no injuries reported among staff or patients, and no storm-related deaths occurred. GMHA maintained full emergency and inpatient services throughout the storm, caring for 135 inpatients between April 13–16 during COR 1 operations. There were no emergency room visits attributed to storm-related injuries, and all patients received continuous, uninterrupted care.
Maternity Services During COR 1
GMHA supported 19 expectant mothers who checked in during COR 1, providing accommodations including meals, beverages, power, and internet access. A total of 10 births occurred during the storm period, as follows: April 13: 1; April 14: 1; April 15: 6; April 16: 2.
Judiciary of Guam Update
All employees of the Judiciary of Guam resume regular schedules tomorrow, April 17, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
Starting 9:00 a.m. on April 17, the Judiciary will fully reopen to the public, including:
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Court check-ins
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Drug testing
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Probation appointments
Jurors should call the jury unit for further instructions. Any court filing due during the closure will be considered timely if filed by close of business on April 17, 2026.
For the latest updates from the Joint Information Center, visit https://ghs.guam.gov/.