Guam, Northern Mariana Islands Extreme Typhoon Warning | Effective 07/04/2026 03:27

Headline: 
Typhoon Warning issued July 4 at 8:27PM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event: 
Typhoon Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 3:27am
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 11:30am
Description: 
...VERY DANGEROUS CATEGORY 5 SUPER TYPHOON BAVI MOVING WEST TOWARD THE MARIANAS... .NEW INFORMATION... As of 3 PM ChST, Guam is in COR 2. Rota, Tinian and Saipan are in Typhoon Condition 3. Alamagan, Pagan and Agrihan are in Tropical Storm Condition 3. .AREAS AFFECTED... This local statement provides information and recommended actions for people in Guam and the Northern Marianas. .WATCHES/WARNINGS... A Typhoon Warning continues for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan. A Flood Watch is in effect for all of Guam and the Northern Marianas. Please listen closely for any Flood Warnings that might be in effect for your area. A Coastal Flood Watch is in effect Please check the latest public and marine forecasts for detailed information about additional hazards. .STORM INFORMATION... At 7 PM ChST...the center of Super Typhoon Bavi (09W) was located near latitude 12.6N...longitude 150.5E. This was about 380 miles east of Guam. Storm motion was west, 270 degrees, at 8 mph. Storm intensity was 165 mph. .SITUATION OVERVIEW... Winds will increase to catastrophic levels, especially near the center of Bavi. Additionally, storm surge of up to 4 feet near the center, coastal inundation from runup, and 5 to 10 inches of rain with locally higher amounts will add to the hazards.
Instruction: 
Make the final preparations to protect life and property. Rush to completion the hardening of your home or business by closing shutters and bracing garage doors. If evacuating, leave as soon as possible. Guard against being stuck out on roadways when dangerous winds and heavy rains arrive. Again, do not stay in a metal roof or container home. Remember, pets are not allowed in most official shelters, so check ahead with your intended shelter. If staying in a home, turn the refrigerator to maximum cold and keep it closed. Turn off propane tanks and unplug small appliances. Fill the bathtub with water in case the tap water becomes unavailable after the storm. This is for cleaning and flushing purposes. Do not drink it.
Area Description: 
Guam; Rota; Tinian; Saipan
Forcast Office: 
NWS Tiyan GU