Headline:
Hazardous Seas Watch issued October 3 at 4:01AM ChST until October 4 at 5:00PM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Hazardous Seas Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 2, 2026 - 11:01am
Expires:
October 3, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with
frequent gusts up to 45 kt and seas 15 to 18 feet expected. For
the Hazardous Seas Watch, very steep and hazardous seas 15 feet
or greater possible.
* WHERE...Guam and Rota Coastal Waters.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 5 PM ChST this afternoon. For
the Hazardous Seas Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday
afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Combined seas of 15 to 18 feet through
this afternoon, then gradually diminish. West to southwest winds
will be strong to gale-force.
Instruction:
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Guam Coastal Waters; Rota Coastal Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov