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Typhoon Mawar (02W) Local Statement
National Weather Service TIYAN GU
856 AM ChST Mon May 22 2023

...TYPHOON MAWAR MOVING NORTH-NORTHWEST TOWARDS THE MARIANAS...

.NEW INFORMATION...

The Tropical Storm Warning has been cancelled for Ulul and
Polowat in Chuuk State.

.AREAS AFFECTED...
This local statement provides important information and recommended
actions for people in Guam and the Northern Marianas. This also
includes Ulul and Polowat in western Chuuk State and Satawal in
eastern Yap State and surrounding islands.

.Watches/Warnings...
A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for Satawal in eastern Yap
State.

A Typhoon Watch continues for the following locations, Guam, Rota,
Tinian, and Saipan.

A Flood Watch is in effect for Guam and the Northern Marianas. Please
listen closely for any Flood Warnings that might be in effect for
your area.

Please check the latest public and marine forecasts for detailed
information about additional hazards.

.STORM INFORMATION...
At 7 AM ChST...the center of Typhoon Mawar (02W) was located near
latitude 8.8N...longitude 148.0E. This was about 390 miles southeast
of Guam. Storm motion was NNW, and intensity was 85 mph.

.SITUATION OVERVIEW...
When making decisions...do not focus on the exact forecast track. TY
Mawar (02W) continues to strengthen over the northern FSM and is
moving slowly north-northwest. It is too early to provide exact wind
and surge forecast values for specific locations in the Marianas. A
general concern should be for the possibility of at least extensive
damage somewhere within Mariana Islands.

.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For those under a warning, preparations according to your typhoon
disaster plan should be well under way or complete. Remain in shelter
until the all clear is given by your local emergency management
authority.

For those under a watch, now is the time to begin preparing your
home or business according to your typhoon disaster plan. Listen
for possible warnings and be ready to evacuate if necessary. Heed
the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are
issued.

For interests at ports, docks and marinas, it is recommended that
you perform the prescribed preparations according to your emergency
operations plan for tropical cyclones. If you live on a boat, begin
to safely secure your craft and make plans to leave it for adequate
land-based shelter. Listen for possible warnings.

Regarding the coastal waters under a watch, small craft should
return to port or seek safe harbor.

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

For additional precautionary and preparedness information, please
refer to the detailed recommendations relative to your location
as further described by your local National Weather Service office
and your local emergency management.

&&

.NEXT UPDATE...
The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Tiyan around 3 PM...or sooner if conditions warrant.

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Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
856 AM ChST Mon May 22 2023

...Typhoon Watch remains in effect...

...New Information...
Typhoon Mawar (02W) continues to strengthen.

...PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay calm and keep informed. Comply with any evacuation orders that
are issued for your area. If your home is vulnerable to high winds,
or you live in a surge zone or any location prone to flooding,
evacuate to a designated shelter or ride out the storm in the sturdy
home of family or friends.

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. Remember, pets are not allowed in
most public shelters, so check ahead with your intended shelter.

Regarding your home or business, cover all windows and doors with
shutters or plywood. Move patio furniture and other loose objects
indoors. Brace all exterior doors, including garage doors. Do this as
early as possible.

If you need to make a trip to the hardware store, the grocery
store, or the gas station, do so as early as possible.

&&

...Probability of tropical storm/typhoon conditions...
The onset of tropical storm conditions could start as early as Tuesday
morning, and most likely Tuesday evening. The onset of typhoon
conditions could start as early as Tuesday night.

...Winds...
As Typhoon Mawar moves closer, the threat for sustained high winds is
likely to increase. The latest forecast is for tropical storm force
winds from Tuesday evening to Thursday afternoon. Tropical storm force
winds are currently forecast to begin affecting the area early
Tuesday evening. Strong Tropical Storm or Typhoon force winds are
possible Tuesday night through Wednesday night. A general concern
should be for the possibility of at least destructive winds somewhere
across the Marianas.

...Storm surge and storm tide...
Dangerous surf conditions are possible Monday night through at least
Thursday night. Additional details on surf and possible inundation
will be added later as the exact track and intensity information are
refined.

...Inland flooding...
A Flood Watch is in effect for the entire area. See latest
forecast for latest information. Listen for possible flood
warnings for your location...and be ready to act if flooding
rains occur.

Heavy rainfall is likely to develop late tonight through the next
few days. Rainfall amounts of 9 to 15 inches are possible with
locally heavier amounts. Monitor conditions for possible flood
advisories or warnings.

$$

...POLOWAT AND ULUL...

...TROPICAL STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Damaging winds are no longer expected...but gusty south to southeast
winds will continue through today. Seas and surf will remain
hazardous the next day or so, but should begin to decrease midweek.
Small craft should remain in port or in a secure area until
conditions improve.

...WIND INFORMATION...
South to southeast winds of 25 to 35 mph are expected today. Winds
will gradually ease tonight and Tuesday.

...STORM SURGE AND SURF INFORMATION...
Large swells may continue to produce minor coastal inundation today.
Large surf will persist as Mawar slowly pulls away.

...OTHER STORM EFFECTS...
Scattered showers will move through the area bringing another inch
or two of rain. Heavier showers may bring brief gusty conditions.

...SATAWAL...

...A TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Stay indoors during heavy rain and windy conditions associated with
Typhoon Mawar centered to the north.

It is important to actively listen for forthcoming information from
your local Weather Service Office Yap and emergency management agency.
Remain in shelter until given the all clear.

...WIND INFORMATION...
West to southwest winds of 30 to 40 mph are expected this morning,
decreasing this afternoon. Tropical storm force winds are expected
to subside by noontime today.

...STORM SURGE AND SURF INFORMATION...
Seas of 10 to 14 feet are still possible this morning. This will
result in dangerous surf. Inundation of 2 to 4 feet is still
possible this morning.

...OTHER STORM EFFECTS...
Additional heavy rainfall of 3 to 5 inches is still possible as Mawar
pulls away to the north.

$$

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