For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet expected. For the Tropical Storm Watch, west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 40 kt possible if Typhoon Saudel takes an unexpected westward wobble.
WHERE
Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.
WHEN
For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM ChST Sunday.
IMPACTS
Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Typhoon Saudel (17W) is making its approach toward the Marianas, with a storm track across the far northern Marianas. Seas will remain hazardous to small craft this evening as winds increase to 25 kt with combined seas of 8 to 11 feet through Sunday afternoon. Tropical storm force winds of 34 to 63 kt are only possible if there is a significant westward shift in the track of Typhoon Saudel early this morning.
Recommendations
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.
Sat 3:56 AM → Sun 5:00 PM GMT+10
WHAT
For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet expected. For the Tropical Storm Watch, west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 40 kt possible if Typhoon Saudel takes an unexpected westward wobble.
WHERE
Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.
WHEN
For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM ChST Sunday.
IMPACTS
Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Typhoon Saudel (17W) is making its approach toward the Marianas, with a storm track across the far northern Marianas. Seas will remain hazardous to small craft this evening as winds increase to 25 kt with combined seas of 8 to 11 feet through Sunday afternoon. Tropical storm force winds of 34 to 63 kt are only possible if there is a significant westward shift in the track of Typhoon Saudel early this morning.
Recommendations
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.
