CHCC Mobile Clinics Top 542 Patient Visits Across Saipan
SAIPAN — Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation’s mobile medical clinic program, operating in partnership with Samaritan’s Purse and Team Rubicon, has reached 542 patients across Saipan as of May 1, according to an update released Saturday.
“She’s Amazing” — Madge Gai Has Been Reaching the Hardest-Hit Families Since Day One
SAIPAN — When Super Typhoon Sinlaku left families in the worst conditions, Madge Gai was already on her way to them.
UPDATE: DFEMS Responds to Second Suspicious Fire at Susupe Lake Saturday Afternoon
SAIPAN — Hours after pleading with the public to stop burning debris, Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services crews found themselves hiking through dense brush near Susupe Lake behind Sunshine Garden and Barny’s Pizza to battle a second suspicious fire Saturday afternoon.
Chance Boy’s Clothing Drive Opens Intake Form for Sinlaku-Affected Families
SAIPAN — Chance Boy’s, which has been collecting clothing donations for families affected by Super Typhoon Sinlaku, has opened an intake form to help organize and distribute items fairly across the community.
DFEMS Pleads With Public to Stop Burning Debris as Exhausted Crews Battle Three Overnight Fires
SAIPAN — Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services firefighters are urging the public to stop burning green waste and debris after battling three fires overnight Friday while simultaneously clearing trees, coordinating tent setups and working 36-hour shifts during the Sinlaku recovery.
Guam Power Authority Crews Arrive in Saipan Saturday to Support Power Restoration
SAIPAN — Power crews from the Guam Power Authority landed on Saipan Saturday to assist with restoration efforts following Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with a second wave of crews expected to arrive Sunday morning.
Officials Warn: All Relief Cargo from Guam Must Be Inspected for Brown Treesnakes Before Arriving in CNMI
SAIPAN — As a wave of relief cargo flows into the CNMI following Super Typhoon Sinlaku, federal and territorial wildlife officials are urging everyone involved in the relief effort to ensure all cargo staged on Guam is inspected for Brown Treesnakes before departure and again upon arrival on Saipan, Tinian and Rota.
Free Reverse Osmosis Water Station Opens at Paupau Beach
SAIPAN — A free potable water filling station is now operating at Paupau Beach, providing reverse osmosis water to community members daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The limit is 100 gallons per vehicle.
Portland Restaurant Partners With Saipan Cafe to Serve 300 Free Meals Sunday Morning
SAIPAN — A Portland, Oregon restaurant is reaching across the Pacific to help feed Saipan families recovering from Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
Saipan Health Clinic in Chalan Kiya Closes Saturday Due to Generator Issues; Appointments Cancelled
SAIPAN — Saipan Health Clinic in Chalan Kiya is closed Saturday, May 2, due to technical difficulties with its generator. All appointments scheduled for today have been cancelled and will be rescheduled.