Guam Homeland Security - Office of Civil Defense

X Flooding is a temporary overflowing of water onto land that is normally dry. Flooding may happen with only a few inches of water, or it may cover a house to the rooftop. There are many possible causes of floods including heavy rain, coastal storms and storm surge, waterway overflow from being blocked with debris, or overflow of levees, dams, or waste water systems. Flooding can occur slowly over many days or happen very quickly with little or no warning, called flash floods.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/floods

Wildfire

Regularly clean the roof and gutters.
Maintain an area approximately 30’ away from you home that is free of anything that will burn, such as wood piles, dried leaves, newspapers and other brush.
Connect garden hoses long enough to reach any area of the home and fill garbage cans, tubs, or other large containers with water.
Review your homeowner's insurance policy and also prepare/update a list of your home's contents.

Fire Weather

Turn on your TV/radio. You’ll get the latest weather updates and emergency instructions.
Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate, know the route to take and have plan of where you will go. Check-in with your friends and family.
Keep your car fueled, in good condition, and stocked with emergency supplies and a change of clothes.

Drought

Conserve water

Take shorter showers.

Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving.
Run the washer less frequently and only when you have a full load.
Water your lawn less frequently and do so when the temperature is cooler in the early morning or late evening.
When you run the tap to heat or cool water, keep a pitcher to store the water and use it to water plants.
Avoid washing your car.

Practice fire prevention

Don't set off fireworks when conditions are dry.
Deposit cigarette butts in the proper receptacle to avoid starting a
Pour water over camp fires and backyard fire pits to ensure they are completely out before leaving them unattended.

Follow directions from local officials. If there are restrictions on water usage, be sure to heed them.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/wildfires and https://www.ready.gov/drought

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Typhoons/Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over the water and move toward land. Threats from typhoons/hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, and rip currents.

“Hurricanes” form in the Atlantic Northeast Pacific region and “Typhoons” form in the Northwest Pacific Region. These large storms are call cyclones in other parts of the world.

To learn more, visit https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes.

Salvation Army Guam Corps Extends Expiration Date of Thrift Store Vouchers

The Salvation Army Guam Corps extends expiration date
of thrift store vouchers for Typhoon Mawar survivors
-Thrift store to extend operating hours until 6 p.m. [from 4 p.m.], Monday through Saturday
and will be closed on Sundays-

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No Tsunami Threat to Marianas from Alaska Earthquake

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.3 that occurred in the Alaska Peninsula at 4:48 p.m. ChST, with a depth of 32.6 km.

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.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 84 - Ypao Point Disaster Debris Disposal Site to Close Today at 6 p.m.; Household Trash Disposal Available at GSWA Transfer Stations

Ypao Point Disaster Debris Disposal Site to Close Today at 6 p.m.
The Ypao Point Disaster Debris Disposal site in Tamuning will end operations today, Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 6 p.m.

Ypao Point only accepts the following:

green waste
wood waste
metallic waste
white goods
construction debris – (including building materials, drywall, bulky furniture, carpet, and plumbing)

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Press Release: NWS Guam Assessment on Typhoon Mawar

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JIC Recovery Release No. 83 - Free Rebuilding and Repair Tips Offered by FEMA at Guam Hardware Stores; Federal Assistance to Mawar Survivors Continues to Grow, Tops $100 Million

As Guam residents begin to rebuild, survivors of Typhoon Mawar can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms.

FEMA mitigation specialists will be on hand at three locations in Dededo to answer questions and offer home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 82 - Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance; DPHSS Provides Number to Change D-SNAP Pin; Recovery Efforts For Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Completed in Guam

Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance;
DPHSS Provides Number to Change D-SNAP Pin;
Recovery Efforts For Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Completed in Guam

If you have sustained damage or loss because of Typhoon Mawar, it is important to act quickly as the deadline to apply for federal assistance is approaching. You have only two weeks left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance; the registration deadline is July 27.

FEMA assistance may include grants to help homeowners and renters pay for:

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JIC Recovery Release No. 81 - AmeriCorps Chainsaw Debris Program No Longer Accepting Applications; FEMA Job Fair on Friday, July 14; Disaster Recovery Center at C.L. Taitano Elementary School to Close Friday, July 14

AmeriCorps Chainsaw Debris Program No Longer Accepting Applications;
FEMA Job Fair on Friday, July 14;
Disaster Recovery Center at C.L. Taitano Elementary School to Close Friday, July 14

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Press Release - No Immediate Threat Assessed from Reported North Korea Missile Launch 123812JUL23

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD), in conjunction with the Mariana Regional Fusion Center (MRFC), federal and military partners, continue to monitor events surrounding the region including reports of the recent launch of an unidentified projectile out of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), today.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 80 - Renters in Guam Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

Renters in Guam Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

Renters in Guam whose dwelling sustained damage or loss from Typhoon Mawar can apply for federal disaster assistance. While renters are not eligible for FEMA financial assistance for home repair, they may still qualify for certain FEMA individual assistance programs.

FEMA disaster assistance may help renters pay for temporary housing. Initial rental assistance is for a one-month or two-month period and can be reviewed for further assistance.

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Flood Advisory in Effect; Practice Caution in Heavy Rain

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a flood advisory, in effect for southern Guam, until 3:00pm this afternoon. Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.

Some locations that will experience flooding include Inarajan, Talofofo, Agat, Asan, Merizo, Piti, Santa Rita and Umatac.

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