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June 2018 is Typhoon Preparedness Month

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Press Release – Rip Current Statement in effect until Nov 12 500pm

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a Rip a current Statement in effect for Guam until Tuesday, November 12 at 5:00pm.

Dangerous rip currents expected for east facing reefs of the Marianas.

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense remind residents:
  • Swim near a lifeguard. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deep water
  • If caught in a rip current, relax and float
  • If able, swim in the direction following the shoreline

TD25W (93W) Forms NW of Marshall Islands, Invest 94W to pass Guam Sunday and Monday

The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam is monitoring two circulations in our region. Tropical Depression 25W previously Invest 93W currently NorthWest of the Marshall Islands and Invest 94, SouthWest of Chuuk.

Invest 94W is now unlikely to develop into a Tropical Depression and is still projected to pass SouthWest of Guam, tomorrow, Sunday through Monday (Veterans Day).

Projected impacts for 94W are 20-25mph winds with gusts up to 30-35mph. Locally heavy rainfall with 2-4 inches of rain through Monday.

94W; Projected To Pass Guam Sunday through Monday

The National Weather Service (NWS), Weather Forecast Office Guam is monitoring a circulation southeast of Chuuk, Invest 94W, which is expected to become better organized as it heads northwestward this weekend. Latest model guidance shows 94W passing near or southwest of Guam Sunday or Monday (Veteran's Day).

Invest 94W's passage is expected to bring winds of 20-25 mph with gusts around 35 mph, locally heavy rainfall and potentially hazardous seas for small craft.

Thunderstorm Advisory in Effect; Practice Caution

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a thunderstorm advisory, in effect for the Guam International Airport until 6:00 p.m. this afternoon. Thunderstorms are possible or occurring within 20 nautical miles of the airport.

Be alert and take precautions as required. These storms have been producing occasional lightning.

Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:

No Immediate Threat Assessed from Reported Missile Launch

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD), in conjunction with the Mariana Regional Fusion Center (MRFC), federal and military partners, continue to monitor events surrounding the region including reports of the recent missile launch today.

“No immediate threat was assessed for Guam or the Marianas from the reported launch,” said Homeland Security Advisor, Esther Aguigui. “Events such as these will continue to be monitored by our office, while working with local, military, and federal partners.”

Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense Announce Extension for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Notice of Interest (NOI)

The deadline to submit a Notice of Interest (NOI) to apply for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) has been extended to November 4, 2024.

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense (GHS/OCD) had announced that Guam will receive funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). The funding stems from the Presidential Disaster Declaration, which was issued in response to Typhoon Mawar.

Press Release – Flood Advisory in effect until 400pm

The National Weather Service (NWS) Guam Weather Forecast Office issued a Flood Advisory in effect for Guam until 400pm.

Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Approximately 0.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1.5 -2 inches are expected.

Some areas that will experience flooding include: Dededo, Tamuning, Yigo, Mangilao, Chalan Pago-Ordot, Barrigada, Yona, Agana Heights, MongMong-Toto-Maite, Sinajana, Asan, Piti, and Santa Rita.

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