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Rip Current, High Surf, Small Craft Advisory In Effect 8.11.23

Rip Current, High Surf, Small Craft Advisory In Effect

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office advised a high risk of rip current and high surf, in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan from Now until Saturday afternoon 5:00pm. Large breaking waves of 7 to 9 feet and dangerous rip currents are expected for south and west facing reefs of the Marianas.

No Tsunami Threat to Marianas from Nearby Earthquake

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 that occurred about 24 miles west of Guam at 7:21 pm ChST, with a depth of 307 miles.
As advised by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, there is no tsunami threat to Guam or the Marianas at this time. This will be the final statement issued by GHS/OCD unless additional information is received.
For more information, contact Acting Public Information Officer Stephen Cahill at (671) 489-9517 or via email at stephen.cahill@ghs.guam.gov.

High Surf Advisory In Effect from 6AM Thursday to 5PM Saturday

High Surf Advisory In Effect from 6AM Thursday to 5PM Saturday

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a high surf advisory, in effect for Guam, from 6:00 am Thursday to 5:00pm Saturday. High risk of rip currents from Thursday morning thru Saturday afternoon.

Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet and dangerous rip currents expected. South and west facing reefs of Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.

Press Release - Flood Advisory in Effect Until 430 pm

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a flood advisory, in effect for Guam, until 4:30pm this afternoon. Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. 
 
Doppler radar indicated heavy showers and possible thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.

Press Release - Thunderstorm Advisory In Effect for Guam International Airport Until 2:00pm

The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam issued a thunderstorm advisory, in effect for Guam International Airport until 2:00pm.

Thunderstorms are possible or occurring within 20 natuical miles of the airport.

Be alert and take precautions as required. These storms have been producing occasional lightning.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 103 - Mawar Debris Pick-up Begins in Tamuning, Two Additional Villages Scheduled for Service

Mawar Debris Pick-up Begins in Tamuning, Two Additional Villages Scheduled for Service

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Typhoon Mawar debris mission continues to make its way through villages throughout Guam, conducting separation and pickup of Mawar related debris from residential properties. Debris separation crews started today in Tamuning, with the villages of Hagat and Sinajana scheduled to begin next week.

Flash Flood Warning In Effect Until 5:45 pm

Flash Flood Warning In Effect Until 5:45 pm

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a flash flood warning, in effect for North Central Guam, until 5:45 pm this afternoon. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.6 and 1.4 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.8 to 2.6 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

JIC Recovery Release No. 102 - Typhoon Mawar Survivors Can Authorize a Third Party for FEMA Inspection; FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Mangilao to Close Aug. 16, Help is Still Available

Typhoon Mawar Survivors Can Authorize a Third Party for FEMA Inspection;
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Mangilao to Close Aug. 16, Help is Still Available

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