Elevated North America

NWS / NOAA weather: Tropical Storm Warning issued October 2 at 2:57AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 kt with gusts to 55 kt and seas
14 to 20 feet.

* WHERE...Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which
could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Storm Choi-wan (26W) continues to
develop as it moves westward across the northern Marianas south
of Alamagan, with Tropical storm force winds already being felt
over Saipan early this morning. Hazardous seas will continue.

Severity
Severe (4/5) · CAP Severe
This month
2147th Weather alert at severity 4+ in the last 30 days
Source: NWS / NOAA weather

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