Special Weather Statement for Chuuk Coastal Waters

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An unsettled monsoon pattern, associated with Invest 92W continues to intensify across eastern Micronesia. Invest 92W is currently rated sub-low by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center, which means development into a significant tropical cyclone is not expected at this time. Invest 92W remains broad and far reaching with showers and thunderstorms present across Chuuk this afternoon. Periods of locally heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected through much of next week. Gusty winds are expected near heavier showers. Total rainfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches are possible through the middle of next week, with additional rainfall possible beyond Wednesday. These rainfall amounts could result in flooding and potential mudslides. Towards the latter half of next week, a monsoon surge could develop and continue to impact Chuuk. Residents across Chuuk State should monitor local forecasts and heed advice of emergency managers when heavy rainfall occurs.