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

...TYPHOON BUALOI MOVING NORTHWEST...

.NEW INFORMATION...
The Tropical Storm Watch is no longer in effect for Guam

A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for Agrihan

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

.Watches/Warnings...
A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for the island of Agrihan
in the Northern Mariana Islands. Damaging winds of 39 mph or
higher is possible on Tuesday.

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 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.

The Tropical Storm Watch is no longer in effect for Guam.
Damaging winds of 39 mph or more are no longer expected.

.STORM INFORMATION...
At 7 AM ChST...the center of Typhoon Bualoi (22W) was located
near Latitude 13.6N...Longitude 148.6E. This was About 280 miles
east of Guam and 220 miles east-southeast of Saipan. Storm Motion
was northwest. Storm Intensity was 85 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 as long as Bualoi moves as
currently forecast. The watches for Rota remains 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 Agrihan, Alamagan and Pagan, damaging winds may
occur on Tuesday. Damaging winds are no longer expected for Guam.

.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 3 PM ChST...or sooner if conditions
warrant.


GUZ003-004-210600-
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Tinian-Saipan-
923 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.

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 30 to 40 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...
3 to 5 inches of rain is possible through Tuesday. Flash flooding
or mudslides are possible in flood-prone areas and steep valleys.

$$

GUZ002-210600-
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Rota-
923 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 15 to 20 mph are expected today and tonight then
shift to southwest Tuesday and decrease to 10 to 15 mph.

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

...Other Storm Effects...
Uo to an inch is possible through Tuesday. Significant flooding
is not likely.

$$

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Guam-
923 AM ChST Mon Oct 21 2019

...Tropical Storm Watch is cancelled...

Damaging winds are no longer expected for Guam.

$$

GUZ005-210600-
Alamagan-Pagan-Agrihan
9 AM ChST Mon Oct 20 2019

...TROPICAL STORM WATCH 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...
3 to 5 inches of rainfall is possible as Bualoi passes tonight
through Tuesday night. Minor flooding may occur.

$$

Ziobro
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