Typhoon Watch issued July 4 at 9:12AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU

...Bavi upgraded to a Super Typhoon as it moves toward the

Marianas...

.New information... Bavi has been upgraded to a super typhoon.

.Areas Affected... This local statement provides important information and recommended actions for people in Guam and the Northern Marianas.

.Watches/Warnings... A Typhoon Watch continues for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan.

A Tropical Storm Watch continues for Alamagan, Pagan and Agrihan.

A Flood Watch is in effect for all of Guam and the Northern

Marianas. Please listen closely for any Flood Warnings that might be in effect for your area.

Please check the latest public and marine forecasts for detailed information about additional hazards.

.Storm information... At 8 AM ChST, the center of Super Typhoon Bavi (09W) was located near latitude 12.7N, longitude 151.9E. This was about 480 miles east of Guam, or 445 miles east-southeast of Saipan. Storm motion was west, 265 degrees, at 10 mph. Storm intensity was 160 mph.

.Situation Overview... It is too early to provide exact wind and surge forecast values for specific locations. However, close to the center of Super Typhoon Bavi, there will be a possibility of catastrophic damage somewhere within Guam and the Northern Marianas. Additionally, flooding and coastal inundation will also be concerns.