Tropical Depssion Bebinca (14W) has been upgraded to a Tropical Storm and is 55 miles west of Guam, moving northwest at 13mph. A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan. Tropical storm conditions, including winds at least 39 mph, are expected through the rest of the morning, then may slowly decrease this afternoon. Heavy rain and gusty winds will be slow to decrease due to the monsoon flow east and south of Tropical Storm Bebinca.

Tropical Depression 14W is 60 miles southeast of Guam, moving northwest toward Guam at 21mph. A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan. Tropical storm conditions, including winds at least 39 mph, are expected over the next few hours.

At this time, Guam remains in Condition of Readiness (COR) 3. At COR 3, Government of Guam remains open and employees are expected to report to work on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued 14W Advisory 2. Tropical Depression 14W is moving northwest toward Guam.

A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan. Tropical storm conditions, including winds at least 39 mph, are expected by early Wednesday morning.

About 110 miles south-southeast of Guam
About 150 miles south of Rota
About 205 miles south of Tinian
About 215 miles south of Saipan

Maximum sustained winds 35 mph

Present movement NW 305 degrees at 13 mph

The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam issued a high surf warning and coastal flood advisory, in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan, until 6pm Wednesday.

For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking waves of 12 to 17 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding.

In response to the impending weather conditions, Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has declared Guam to be in Condition of Readiness 3 (COR 3) as of 3:00 p.m. This status indicates that damaging winds of 39-57 mph are anticipated within the next 48 hours. Consequently, the Guam Department of Education announced the cancellation of classes on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, to ensure the safety of students and staff. However, all employees at the Tiyan Central Office are required to report to work.

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office reminds the public, No tropical storm/typhoon watches/warnings are in effect. Tropical storm/Typhoon Watches/Warnings are not anticipated with this event. Invest 95W will most likely pass over or near Guam later today as a tropical depression. It is an organic situation and residents should closely monitor this event.

Current Watches and Advisories:

Flood Watch: Now, through 6AM Friday

The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam issued a flood watch, in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan, through late Thursday night.

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.