Guam, Northern Mariana Islands Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/01/2026 16:08

Tropical Storm (TS) 09W continues to gain strength and become better organized as it heads towards the Marianas. Maximum sustained winds have increased to 45 mph. Currently, TS 09W is located near 10,0N 160.9E. This is approximately 1115 miles east- southeast of Guam, or 1080 miles southeast of Saipan. 09W is expected to continue strengthening, likely passing between Guam and Anathan as a very well-developed typhoon. WHAT WE'RE "MORE SURE OF": - This could be a significant event for Guam and a vast majority (southern half at least) of the CNMI. - The typhoon may undergo RI (Rapid Intensification) before and/or during it's approach to the Marianas. - Significant imacts to infrastructure are a distinct possibility - RESIDENTS SHOULD CONTINUE PREPARING for a major, impactful event. WHAT WE'RE LESS SURE OF: - WHAT WILL BE THE EXACT TRACK (how close will the center be to Guam, Rota, Tinian, or Saipan as it crosses the Marianas). - Exact timing of when the "worst conditions" will be. - How Long will the "worst conditions" last. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: - All residents of Guam and the CNMI should continue to PREPARE NOW for the typhoon. - PEASE BE SURE to check on the elderly and handicapped to see if they need asistance preparing or geting things. - Have multiple ways to recieve updated storm information.