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JIC Recovery Release No. 130 - CORRECTION: FEMA Hosts Job Fair on March 12 & 13 for Reservist Positions

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is actively expanding the local workforce to enhance their capacity to respond effectively to disaster events in the Pacific region. FEMA is opening reservist positions and individuals recruited through this hiring event could potentially play a crucial role in supporting ongoing relief efforts, such as response to Typhoon Mawar. 

Small Craft Advisory in Effect

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office advised a small craft advisory remains in effect for the coastal waters of Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan from this afternoon until 6 p.m. Thursday.

East winds of 15 to 25 knots, with gusts up to 30 knots, and seas of 7 to 12 feet are expected. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.

JIC Recovery Release No. 129 - FEMA Hosts Job Fair on March 12 & 13; Additional Local Hire Positions Open

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is actively expanding the local workforce to enhance their capacity to respond effectively to disaster events in the Pacific region. FEMA is opening additional Local Hire positions and individuals recruited through this hiring event could potentially play a crucial role in supporting ongoing relief efforts, such as response to Typhoon Mawar.

 

Red Flag Warning in Effect Beginning Tuesday Morning; Hazardous Surf and Seas Expected

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office advised gusty winds and dry conditions will lead to a high fire threat beginning Tuesday.

red flag warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 6 p.m. Thursday for Guam. Northeast winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to 35 mph, and humidity at 50 to 60 percent in the afternoons are expected. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Pilot Program Enacted for GovGuam Credentialing Cards

Hagåtña, Guam – In a partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Office of Technology (OTECH) and the Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD) have begun the first phase of a pilot program, Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I), in an effort for PIV cards to become a common credential standard for the government of Guam. The capability will be two-pronged: allowing physical access for facilities, access to control rooms, etc., and logical access for any network the agencies operate.

Earthquake Recorded

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 that struck 162 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam, with a depth of 10.0 km, at 7:50 p.m. (ChST).

As advised by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, there is no tsunami threat to the Marianas from the earthquake. There were no major damages or injuries for Guam reported from the earthquake.

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD) remind the community that when an earthquake strikes, conduct the earthquake procedure, “Drop, Cover and Hold On” until the shaking stops.

Red Flag Warning in Effect Through the Weekend, Refrain from Outdoor Burning

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office advised gusty winds and dry conditions will lead to rapid fire spread.

red flag warning remains in effect from 10 a.m. this morning to 5 p.m. Monday for Guam. Northeast to east winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to 30 mph, and humidity at 45 to 60 percent in the afternoons are expected. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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