Headline:
Typhoon Warning issued July 5 at 3:03AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Typhoon Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 10:03am
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
...VERY DANGEROUS CATEGORY 5 SUPER TYPHOON BAVI MOVING WEST-NORTHWEST
TOWARD THE MARIANAS...
.NEW INFORMATION...
None.
.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, Saipan, and
surrounding coastal waters.
A Coastal Flood Watch continues for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.
A High Surf Advisory 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 Tropical Storm Watch continues for Alamagan, Pagan and Agrihan.
Please check the latest public and marine forecasts for detailed
information about additional hazards.
.STORM INFORMATION...
At 1 AM ChST...the center of Super Typhoon Bavi (09W) was located
near latitude 12.8N...longitude 149.8E. This was about 340 miles
east of Guam. Storm motion was west-northwest, 290 degrees, at
7 mph. Storm intensity was 160 mph.
.SITUATION OVERVIEW...
Catastrophic wind damage will spread across the Marianas today,
mainly near the center of very dangerous category 5 Super Typhoon
Bavi. Additionally, there will also be storm surge of up to 4 feet,
runup of a few feet, and hazardous surf and local beach erosion.
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:
Rota
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender: