COR 1 Remains in Effect
Condition of Readiness (COR) 1 remains in effect. A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan meaning tropical storm conditions, including damaging winds of 39 mph or more, are expected early Wednesday morning. A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of Guam and the Northern Marianas. Additionally, a Coastal Flood Advisory and Rip Current Statement remain in effect.
Tropical Storm Man-Yi is projected to pass South of Guam within the next hour or two. As of 5 a.m. ChST, Tropical Storm Man-Yi is 45 miles South of Guam, moving West at 18 mph with sustained winds at 50mph.
Emergency Shelter Update
The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) opened three emergency shelters at 7 p.m. this evening. As of 2 a.m.:
|
Emergency Shelter |
Current Numbers |
Max Capacity |
|
Maria Ulloa Elementary School Phone: 671-632-5176 |
59 |
349 |
|
George Washington High School Phone: 671-734-2911 |
6 |
683 |
|
Talo’fo’fo Elementary School Phone: 671-789-1171 |
2 |
311 |
|
Total |
67 |
1,343 |
Individuals and families in need of shelter may still seek refuge at any of the above schools. Those seeking shelter are encouraged to bring essential items such as a 7-day supply of food and water, bedding, personal hygiene products, medication, and important documents including identification and medical records.
Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:
· NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
· NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
· GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
· GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
For more information, contact Acting Public Information Officer Stephen Cahill at (671) 489-9517 or via email at stephen.cahill@ghs.guam.gov.