Tropical Storm Warning for Tinian Coastal Waters; Saipan Coastal Waters
What: Tropical Storm Warning. Impacts: Tropical storm force winds of 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt. Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: Western Coastal Waters of Tinian and...
Official alert brief
WHAT
Tropical Storm Warning.
WHERE
Western Coastal Waters of Tinian and Saipan.
WHEN
Through early tomorrow morning.
IMPACTS
Tropical storm force winds of 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt. Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Tropical Storm Higos (08W), currently centered west-southwest of Tinian and Saipan near 14.5N 143.5E, continues to move west just outside the coastal waters. Conditions are expected to be dangerous for small craft and most large vessels. Remain in safe harbor. Venturing out can result in significant threat to life and/or property.
Instructions
A Tropical Storm Warning means sustained winds of 34 to 63 kt, or 39 to 73 mph are expected or occurring.