Headline:
Tropical Storm Watch issued August 22 at 3:56AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 10:56am
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet expected. For the
Tropical Storm Watch, west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 40 kt
possible if Typhoon Saudel takes an unexpected westward wobble.
* WHERE...Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM ChST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which
could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Typhoon Saudel (17W) is making its approach
toward the Marianas, with a storm track across the far northern
Marianas. Seas will remain hazardous to small craft this evening
as winds increase to 25 kt with combined seas of 8 to 11 feet
through Sunday afternoon. Tropical storm force winds of 34 to 63 kt
are only possible if there is a significant westward shift in the
track of Typhoon Saudel early this morning.
Instruction:
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Tinian Coastal Waters; Saipan Coastal Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov