JIC Release No. 9 - Tropical Storm Update: Governor Declares Guam in COR3; Residents Urged to Continue to Prepare - GHS OCD

Governor Eddie Baza Calvo and Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, commander, Joint Region Marianas, placed Guam and the military bases, respectively, in Condition of Readiness (COR) 3 at 7 p.m. (ChST) this evening. COR 3 means damaging winds of 39-57 mph are expected within 48 hours.
The tropical storm will continue its westward track and is expected to intensify, possibly becoming a Category 4 typhoon by the time it reaches Guam, with Tuesday11 a.m. being its anticipated closest point of approach (CPA). It is important to still prepare for the worst-case-scenario of a Category 5 typhoon.

Category 4 Typhoon is referred to as a “Very Strong Typhoon” with maximum sustained winds of 130-156 and peak gusts of 165-198 mph.
Category 5 Typhoon is referred to as a “Devastating Typhoon” with maximum sustained winds of 157-194 mph and peak gusts of 199-264 mph. A Category 5 typhoon has the ability to be life-threatening to those that do not prepare in advance.

Weather conditions can change or even worsen.
The community is highly encouraged listen to radio and news partners, and check on the Facebook pages for Governor Calvo, Guam Homeland Security, and Joint Region Marianas for updated weather information.
Governor Calvo and Rear Adm. Chatfield are urging the community to continue preparedness actions through tomorrow.
INDOOR PREPARATIONS

Roll up carpets away from doors and windows
Make lighting supplies easily accessible
Unplug all appliances and ensure energy breakers are switched off once damaging winds approach (forecast to be by late Monday)
Make sure family members know where the emergency preparedness kits are at; stock up on non-perishable food items and water for your household, flashlights, first-aid kits, batteries, matches or lighters, portable stove, toiletries, etc. Visit https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit for more information on what to include in your supplies list
Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax papers, and insurance documents and keep copies in a water-proof bag
Cover beds and furniture with plastic to prevent water damage
Stay up to date in the event there are changes in weather conditions
Remember to collect water for the toilets as well, keeping buckets with water in the bathroom in advance
Do your laundry now

OUTDOOR PREPARATIONS

Secure your home – put shutters on windows, completely board up your home
Make sure the gas valve is shut off once the storm approaches (forecast to be by late Tuesday)
Clear loose debris around your yard and store any items that may become airborne with heavy winds, before inclement weather arrives
Clear vegetation
Take down any temporary signs, including those for political campaigns, advertisements, and any other wooden or loosely placed items as these have the ability to lift in heavy winds and cause damage to life and property
Gas your vehicles and get fuel for your generators now while the weather is clear
Collect water in a 55-gallon drum, empty coolers or plastic containers now

More information regarding shelter rules and regulations and medical information, including information for pregnant mothers will be provided by tomorrow.

Stay Up To Date with the Joint Information Center
The Joint Information Center is the government of Guam, military and federal government’s clearinghouse for accurate information during emergencies. It is critical for all residents and visitors to stay tuned to the radio and local news for updates for the Joint Information Center.

When communities are in a state of heightened readiness, often times information that turns out being false can confuse or scare peoples, or cause dangerous situations. The community is reminded to rely on information from the JIC and partners listed below. News media have agreed to post and relay information from the JIC.

The following is a list of radio partners, where you can get updated information about Tropical Storm Mangkhut:

o   KSTO 95.5 FM
o   102.9 KISH FM
o   Isla 630 AM
o   K57 AM
o   I94 FM
o   Power 98 FM
o   Hit Radio 100
o   Cool FM
o   The BOSS 104.3
o   Star 101.1
o   101.9 KTKB
o   105.1KAT FM
o   99.5 The Shark
o   KHMG 88.1 FM

TV and Newspaper partners include:

KUAM: kuam.com
Pacific News Center: pacificnewscenter.com
Guam Daily Post: postguam.com
Pacific Daily News: guampdn.com

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:
· NWS Website: http://www.prh.noaa.gov/guam/
· NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
· GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
· GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
· Joint Region Marianas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam/
· Governor Calvo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eddiebazacalvo/

For more information, contact the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208.

X Flooding is a temporary overflowing of water onto land that is normally dry. Flooding may happen with only a few inches of water, or it may cover a house to the rooftop. There are many possible causes of floods including heavy rain, coastal storms and storm surge, waterway overflow from being blocked with debris, or overflow of levees, dams, or waste water systems. Flooding can occur slowly over many days or happen very quickly with little or no warning, called flash floods.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/floods

Wildfire

Regularly clean the roof and gutters.
Maintain an area approximately 30’ away from you home that is free of anything that will burn, such as wood piles, dried leaves, newspapers and other brush.
Connect garden hoses long enough to reach any area of the home and fill garbage cans, tubs, or other large containers with water.
Review your homeowner's insurance policy and also prepare/update a list of your home's contents.

Fire Weather

Turn on your TV/radio. You’ll get the latest weather updates and emergency instructions.
Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate, know the route to take and have plan of where you will go. Check-in with your friends and family.
Keep your car fueled, in good condition, and stocked with emergency supplies and a change of clothes.

Drought

Conserve water

Take shorter showers.

Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving.
Run the washer less frequently and only when you have a full load.
Water your lawn less frequently and do so when the temperature is cooler in the early morning or late evening.
When you run the tap to heat or cool water, keep a pitcher to store the water and use it to water plants.
Avoid washing your car.

Practice fire prevention

Don't set off fireworks when conditions are dry.
Deposit cigarette butts in the proper receptacle to avoid starting a
Pour water over camp fires and backyard fire pits to ensure they are completely out before leaving them unattended.

Follow directions from local officials. If there are restrictions on water usage, be sure to heed them.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/wildfires and https://www.ready.gov/drought

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Typhoons/Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over the water and move toward land. Threats from typhoons/hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, and rip currents.

“Hurricanes” form in the Atlantic Northeast Pacific region and “Typhoons” form in the Northwest Pacific Region. These large storms are call cyclones in other parts of the world.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes.

JIC Release No. 9 - Tropical Storm Update: Governor Declares Guam in COR3; Residents Urged to Continue to Prepare