Mawar could potentially be the strongest storm to lash Guam since Super Typhoon Pongsona passed the island in December 2002 with gusts of 173 mph.Ī Category 5 storm brings “catastrophic damage” and may collapse walls and roofs, cause long-lasting power outages and render much of the affected area uninhabitable for weeks or months, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.Ĭheck Stars and Stripes’ Pacific Storm Tracker for frequent updates on Mawar.
The most up-to-date news can be viewed 24/7 online at. The National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office Guam continues to monitor Typhoon Mawar as it continues to strengthen and slowly track toward the Marianas. Katie Mueller told Stars and Stripes by text message Tuesday evening. The base advised everyone to follow the governor’s order and remain indoors. Editors note: This story has been updated as of 1:30 p.m. Pacific News Center (PNC NEWS) produces a daily live, news broadcast. Typhoon Mawar at sustained winds of 100 mph southeast of Guam. the eye of the storm was near latitude 11. “Personnel who intend to evacuate to temporary housing or any other private residence, should contact their immediate supervisor or their respective Command Duty Officers to provide their whereabouts and contact information,” states a post on the base’s official Facebook page.Īll aircraft at Andersen have either departed or are sheltered in hangars, base spokeswoman Capt. With sustained winds of 150 mph, Super Typhoon Mawar continued to blast toward Guam Tuesday evening, according to the National Weather Service.
The base notified service members Tuesday afternoon that anyone affected by the evacuation order could contact the command duty officer for shelter and temporary housing by calling (671) 488-7147.
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