Mawar Debris Cleanup Completed in 9 Villages

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Typhoon Mawar debris mission continues to move forward as debris cleanup from residential rights of way was completed in the villages of Tamuning, Talo’fo’fo and Inalahan this week. The debris mission continues in nine villages, with one village to be scheduled.

Thunderstorm Advisory in Effect; Practice Caution

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a thunderstorm advisory, in effect for the Guam International Airport until 4:30 p.m. this afternoon. Thunderstorms are possible or occurring within 20 nautical miles of the airport. Be alert and take precautions as required.

Community Invited to the National Preparedness Month Grand Finale Event, September 30

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD) invite the island to participate in the National Preparedness Month (NPM) Grand Finale event on Saturday, September 30, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Agana Shopping Center.

Earthquake Recorded

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8 that struck 274 km SSW of Merizo Village, Guam, with a depth of 10.0 km, at 7:10 a.m. (ChST).

As advised by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, there is no tsunami threat to the Marianas from the earthquake. There were no major damages or injuries for Guam reported from the earthquake.

Volcanic Haze Advisory in Effect through Wednesday Morning

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a volcanic haze advisory, in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan through Wednesday morning. A band of haze is reaching the Marianas along easterly trade-wind flow from the Hawaii region, likely originating from the recent Kilauea activity from September 10 – 16. Depending on winds around the Marianas, the density of haze will be variable the next few days.

Refrain from Illegal Dumping After Your Village is Completed;
Ineligible Debris is the Responsibility of the Resident

While The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) debris mission continues to move forward, FEMA would like to remind residents that once each category of debris has been picked-up in a neighborhood or village, USACE will not be returning to that area for additional debris removal.

• If driving, be alert for low visibilities and slippery roads in heavy rain;