CPA: Airports Remain Open but Flights Canceled; All CNMI Ports on PHWC Yankee
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Ports Authority reported Sunday evening that all CNMI airports remain open but a wave of flight cancellations has effectively shut down air service to and from the islands through at least April 14 as Typhoon Sinlaku approaches, while all seaports have been placed on Port Heavy Weather Condition Yankee, prohibiting vessels from entering port.
JTWC Track Shows Sinlaku on Path to Strike Marianas as Super Typhoon
SAIPAN — The latest track chart from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center shows Typhoon Sinlaku on a direct path toward the Marianas and forecast to reach super typhoon strength before landfall, with the storm’s center projected to pass over or near Rota, Tinian and Saipan as early as Tuesday morning.
Sinlaku Intensifies to 125 mph; Typhoon Warning Now in Effect for Saipan, Tinian and Rota
SAIPAN — Typhoon Sinlaku intensified Sunday afternoon to sustained winds of 125 mph and a Typhoon Warning is now in effect for Saipan, Tinian and Rota, with typhoon-force winds expected to arrive as early as Tuesday morning, according to HSEM Bulletin 6A issued at 5 p.m.
CUC: Fuel Topped Off, Crews Ready as Typhoon Sinlaku Approaches
SAIPAN — Commonwealth Utilities Corporation officials said Sunday they have topped off fuel tanks at all generators, pre-positioned repair crews and have no plans to proactively shut down power or water services ahead of Typhoon Sinlaku, pushing back on rumors circulating in the community.
CHCC Restricts Hospital Visitation Ahead of Typhoon Sinlaku
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation announced Sunday that updated visitation protocols are now in effect at Commonwealth Health Center Hospital as Typhoon Sinlaku approaches the Marianas.
All CNMI Government Offices Closed Until Typhoon Sinlaku All-Clear
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang directed all CNMI government offices to remain closed beginning Monday, April 13, until an all-clear declaration is announced, in accordance with the Typhoon Condition II declaration for Saipan, Tinian and Rota.
CUC: Power and Water Staying On; Rota Under Boil Water Notice Ahead of Sinlaku
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation said Sunday that power, water and wastewater services are not scheduled to be shut off ahead of Typhoon Sinlaku, pushing back on community rumors while urging residents to take immediate safety precautions before the storm arrives.
CNMI Raised to Typhoon Condition II; Shelters Open as Sinlaku Closes In
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management raised the CNMI to Typhoon Condition II for Saipan, Tinian and Rota at 2 p.m. Sunday, signaling that damaging winds of 39 mph or more are expected within 24 hours, with typhoon-force winds of 74 mph or more forecast to arrive as early as late Monday night into Tuesday morning.
NMC Cancels Classes on All Campuses Until Further Notice Ahead of Typhoon Sinlaku
SAIPAN — Northern Marianas College announced Sunday afternoon that classes on all campuses and offices will be closed until an all-clear declaration is issued or until otherwise announced, citing the anticipated threat from Typhoon Sinlaku.
PSS Closes All Schools Monday Amid Typhoon Sinlaku Threat
SAIPAN — The CNMI Public School System announced Sunday that all schools, offices and programs will be closed Monday, April 13, until further notice, citing anticipated weather conditions from Typhoon Sinlaku.