JIC Recovery Release No. 5 - GWA Update; GPA Update; GFD Generator Safety

GWA UPDATES:

The Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) reports that as of 10 a.m., 91 of 98 wells are online, with 53 wells on standby power generation and 38 wells on the island-wide power system. GWA is aware of multiple reports of low to no water pressure affecting parts of Barrigada, Chalan Pago-Ordot, Dededo, Mangilao, Yigo and Yona. 

JIC Recovery Release No. 4 - Disaster Debris and Green Waste Sites Established; GSWA Reminder; No Illegal Dumping; Open Burning Authorized for Green Waste Only

Disaster Debris and Green Waste Sites Established
As Guam moves into the recovery phase following the passage of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the Government of Guam, in coordination with the Department of Public Works (DPW), the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (GEPA), and the Mayors Council of Guam, will open one (1) primary disaster debris site and ten (10) green waste sites across the island to assist residents with cleanup efforts.


Disaster Debris Site: Oka Point, Tamuning

JIC Recovery Release No. 3 - GWA Update; Telecommunication Update

The Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) reports that as of 1:30 p.m., 83 wells are online, with 66 wells on standby power generation and 17 wells on the island-wide power system. GWA is aware of multiple reports of low to no water pressure in parts of Barrigada, Chalan Pago-Ordot, Dededo, Mangilao, Tamuning, Yigo and Yona. The Guam Power Authority (GPA) continues working closely with GWA to restore power to wells impacted by the storm. As more of the island-wide power system is restored, more wells will be placed back online.

JIC Recovery Release No. 2 - Shelter Operations Transition to Tier II

As Guam continues its recovery efforts following Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the Government of Guam is transitioning emergency shelter operations from Tier I, Guam Department of Education (GDOE) shelters, to Tier II. This transition allows GDOE to begin the necessary cleaning, assessment, and sanitization of school campuses in preparation for the eventual return of students and faculty.

JIC Recovery Release No. 1 - DPHSS Update; Guam VA Clinic Operations; Temporary Park Closures and Cemetery Notice

DPHSS Update

The Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) Northern Region Community Health Center (NRCHC) and Southern Region Community Health Center (SRCHC) have extended their hours of operation:

  • Northern Region Community Health Center: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 

  • Southern Region Community Health Center: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and extended to Saturday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. until further notice. 

 

JIC Release No. 34 - GWA Precautionary Boil Water Notice; GWA Tanker Update; Consolidation of GDOE Shelter Operations Underway; GFD Issues Permit for Controlled Burning; Preliminary Business Sector Disaster Damage Assessments

GWA Precautionary Boil Water Notice
The Guam Waterworks Authority’s (GWA) precautionary boil water notice (PBWN) is applicable only to customers who have lost water service as a result of Super Typhoon Sinlaku:
  • If you have lost water service for 48 hours or less, you may wish to boil your water prior to consumption, though it is not mandatory.
  • If you have lost water service for 48 hours or more, it is MANDATORY to boil your water prior to consumption.
  • If you never lost water service, this PBWN does not apply to you.

JIC Release No. 33 - Marine Corps Drive Open; Precautionary Boil Water Notice In Effect for Parts of Guam; Telecommunications Update

Marine Corps Drive, Rt. 1 Open
The Department of Public Works (DPW) has cleared sand, rock and other debris that was washed onto Marine Corps Drive in East Agana. The Guam Police Department (GPD) has opened the road from Shell East Agana to Alupang Pavilion. Three (3) northbound lanes and two (2) southbound lanes are now safe to travel. The community is reminded to practice caution while driving.


Practice Caution at Intersections

JIC Release No. 32 - Guam in COR 4; Government of Guam Operations

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Rear Adm. Brett Mietus has placed Guam and the respective military installations in Condition of Readiness (COR) 4 as of 12 p.m. today. At COR 4, the island resumes normal operations. 

Joint Region Marianas installations moved to Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness (TCCOR) 4.  TCCOR 4 indicates a return toward normal operations, including the restoration of installation access for authorized personnel and residents, as recovery and restoration efforts continue.

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