Headline:
Typhoon Watch issued October 16 at 3:01AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Typhoon Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 10:01am
Expires:
October 15, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
...TROPICAL STORM CHAMPI IS MOVING TOWARD THE MARIANAS...
.NEW INFORMATION...
Champi (29W) has been upgraded to a tropical storm and is moving
west with sustained winds of 40 mph. A Flood Watch has been issued
for the Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan.
.AREAS AFFECTED...
This local statement provides important information and
recommended actions for people in Guam and the Northern Marianas.
.Watches/Warnings...
A Typhoon Watch continues for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan.
A Flood Watch is now in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan.
.STORM INFORMATION...
At 1 AM ChST...the center of Tropical Storm Champi (29W) was
located near latitude 11.1N...longitude 156.8E. This was about 820
miles east of Guam. Storm motion was west, 280 degrees, at 12
mph. Storm intensity was 40 mph.
.SITUATION OVERVIEW...
It is important not to focus on the exact forecast track. To do
so could result in bad decisions and place you or those you are
responsible for at greater risk. Tropical Storm Champi (29W) is
currently moving west towards the Marianas.
Damaging winds are likely within Guam and the Northern Marianas
late Saturday night and Sunday. At this time it appears that the
strongest winds will be towards the southernmost islands. Islands
near the center should prepare for typhoon force winds, with the
latest JTWC forecast showing sustained winds of roughly 90 knots.
.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
...NEW INFORMATION...
Champi (29W) has been upgraded to a tropical storm and is moving
west with sustained winds of 40 mph.
Instruction:
Stay calm and keep informed. Comply with any evacuation orders
that are issued for your area. If you live in a metal roof or
container home, 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 outside of
evacuation zones.
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.
Area Description:
Guam; Rota; Tinian; Saipan
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov