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.

Small Craft Advisory Remains in Effect through Today

Small Craft Advisory Remains in Effect through Today

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office maintains a small craft advisory in effect for the coastal waters of Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan until 6 p.m. this evening. Southwest winds of 15 to 20 knots, with frequent gusts to 25 knots, are expected. Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

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Flash Flood Warning In Effect Until 7:30 pm

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a flash flood warning, in effect for South Western Guam, until 7:30 pm this evening. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.2 and 0.6 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.

Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 105 - FEMA Continues to Offer Free Rebuilding and Repair Tips at Local Stores

FEMA Continues to Offer Free Rebuilding and Repair Tips at Local Stores

Do you have questions about rebuilding and repairing following Typhoon Mawar? FEMA Mitigation specialists may give you advice or offer free tips on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. This is an ongoing commitment to support Guam residents on their recovery journey. FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance staff will also be onsite to help with registration status checks or application appeals.

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JIC Recovery Release No. 104 -Typhoon Debris Pick-up Continues – Asan, Talofofo Begin this Week

Typhoon Debris Pick-up Continues – Asan, Talofofo Begin this Week

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) continues their debris clean-up mission throughout Guam, conducting separation and pickup of Mawar-related debris from residential properties. Debris separation crews are scheduled to start this week in Asan and Talofofo, with the villages of Agat and Sinajana scheduled to begin next week.

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Flood Advisory in Effect Until 2:00 pm

Flood Advisory in Effect Until 2:00 pm

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Visit the following links for the latest information:

NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/

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