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Typhoon Bualoi (22W) Local Statement
National Weather Service TIYAN GU
330 AM ChST Mon Oct 21 2019

...TYPHOON BUALOI MOVING NORTHWEST...

.NEW INFORMATION...
None.

.AREAS AFFECTED...
This local statement provides information and recommended actions
for people on Guam, Rota, Tinian, Saipan, Alamagan and Pagan in
the Mariana Islands.

.Watches/Warnings...
A Typhoon Warning remains in effect for Tinian and Saipan. Damaging
winds of 39 mph or more are expected by this evening. If Bualoi
deviates from the current forecast track, typhoon force winds of
74 mph may briefly be possible tonight or Tuesday morning.

A Typhoon Watch remains in effect for Rota. If Bualoi deviates
from the current forecast track, damaging winds of 39 mph or more
are possible this evening.

A Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect for Guam. If Bualoi
deviates from the current forecast track, damaging winds of 39
mph or more are possible this evening.

A Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect for the islands of Pagan
and Alamagan in the Northern Mariana Islands. Damaging winds of
39 mph or higher are possible on Tuesday.

A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for Tinian and Saipan.
Please listen closely for any Flood Warnings that might be in
effect for your area.

.STORM INFORMATION...
At 1 AM ChST...the center of Typhoon Bualoi (22W) was located
near Latitude 13.0N...Longitude 149.4E. This was about 285 miles
east-southeast of Saipan. Storm Motion was northwest. Storm
Intensity was 80 mph.

.SITUATION OVERVIEW...
Typhoon Bualoi continues to track steadily toward the northwest,
and this motion is expected to continue through Tuesday. This
will bring damaging winds to Tinian and Saipan, but the threat of
damaging winds has diminished for Rota and Guam as long as Bualoi
moves as currently forecast. The watches for Rota and Guam remain
in effect primarily in case Bualoi makes an unexpected left turn,
or in case its wind field expands. Now that Typhoon Warnings have
been issued for Tinian and Saipan, preparations for typhoon
conditions should be completed as soon as possible. For Alamagan
and Pagan, damaging winds may occur on Tuesday.

.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For those under a warning...now is the time to rush to completion
preparations for the protection of life and property. Evacuate if
directed to do so by local officials...or if your home is
vulnerable to high winds or flooding.

For interests at ports...docks...and marinas...urgently complete
prescribed preparations according to your emergency operations
plan for tropical cyclones. If you live on a boat...make final
preparations for securing your craft before leaving it.

Small craft should remain in port and well secured.

For those under a watch...continue with your preparations and
listen for possible warnings.

For coastal waters under a watch...small craft should return to
port or seek safe harbor. Determine the best strategy for securing
your craft.

Closely monitor NOAA weather radio or other local news outlets
for official storm information. Listen for possible changes to
the forecast.

&&

.NEXT UPDATE...
The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in TIYAN around 9 AM ChST...or sooner if conditions
warrant.

GUZ003-004-210200-
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Tinian-Saipan-
330 AM ChST Mon Oct 21 2019

...TYPHOON WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

...PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Preparations for the onset of damaging winds should be completed
as soon as possible. For your home or business, cover all windows
and doors with shutters or plywood. Move patio furniture and other
loose objects indoors. Brace exterior doors, including garage
doors.

Items to bring to a shelter include a first aid kit, medicines and
prescriptions, baby food and diapers, games and books, toiletries,
a battery powered radio, a cell phone, flashlights with extra
batteries, a blanket or sleeping bag for each person, personal
identification, copies of key papers such as insurance policies,
available cash and credit cards.

&&

...Winds...
As Typhoon Bualoi approaches, sustained tropical storm force winds
are expected to begin early this evening. Maximum winds are forecast
to be in the 35 to 45 mph range with gusts to 60 mph. If Bualoi
deviates from the current forecast track typhoon force winds of
74 mph may briefly be possible tonight or Tuesday morning.

Once the center passes early Tuesday morning, winds will shift to
southwest and diminish to 15 to 20 mph by Tuesday afternoon.

...Storm Surge and Surf...
Coastal inundation of 2 to 4 feet is possible as Bualoi passes
tonight and Tuesday. Surf will likely become dangerous at 15 feet
or more along windward exposures.

...Other storm effects...
4 to 7 inches of rain is possible through Tuesday. Flash flooding
or mudslides are possible in flood-prone areas and steep valleys.

$$

GUZ002-210200-
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Rota-
330 AM ChST Mon Oct 21 2019

...TYPHOON WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT...

...PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Continue preparations for the threat of damaging winds, which are
still possible late this afternoon or evening if Bualoi deviates
to the left of its forecast track. Make sure you have enough food,
water, and medical supplies. Fill your vehicles with fuel. Ensure
your generator is in good working order, and have extra supplies
of fuel for its operation. Clear your property and drains of any
debris. Have a portable radio ready for receiving storm
information.

&&

...Winds...
The latest forecast is for Winds to remain below tropical storm
force. If Bualoi deviates from the current forecast track
Damaging winds of 39 mph or more are possible this evening.

North winds of 10 to 15 mph are expected today then shifting to
west and southwest tonight and Tuesday.

......Storm Surge and Surf...
Surf will become hazardous at 9 feet or more along north facing
reefs by this evening.

...Other Storm Effects...
An inch or two of rain is possible through Tuesday. Significant
flooding is not likely.

$$

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Guam-
330 AM ChST Mon Oct 21 2019

...Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect...

...PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Keep informed on the latest storm information.

&&

...Winds...
The latest forecast is for winds to remain below tropical storm
force. North winds of around 10 mph are expected today, shifting
to northwest tonight, then shifting to southwest Tuesday.

If Bualoi deviates from the current forecast track, damaging
winds of 39 mph or more are possible this evening.

...Storm Surge and Surf...
Surf will likely become hazardous at 9 feet or more along north
facing reefs by this evening.

...Other Storm Effects...
An inch or two of rain is possible through Tuesday. Significant
flooding is not likely.

$$

GUZ005-210200-
Alamagan-Pagan
3 AM ChST Mon Oct 20 2019

...TROPICAL STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT...

...PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Continue preparations for the threat of damaging winds, which are
possible late tonight or Tuesday. Make sure you have enough food,
water, and medical supplies. Have a portable radio ready for
receiving storm information.

...WINDS...
Damaging east to southeast winds are possible mainly on Tuesday as
Bualoi passes west of the islands.

...STORM SURGE AND SURF...
Coastal inundation of 2 to 3 feet is possible Tuesday and Tuesday
night, mainly along south and west facing reefs. Hazardous surf
exceeding 9 feet is likely along south and west facing beaches
Tuesday and Tuesday night.

...OTHER STORM EFFECTS...
2 to 4 inches of rainfall is possible as Bualoi passes tonight
through Tuesday night. Minor flooding may occur.

$$

Ziobro
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