Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Guam

As of 11 o'clock this morning Guam was placed under a Tropical Storm Warning by the National Weather Service. This means that damaging winds of 39 miles per hour or more are likely within 24 hours.  A Tropical Storm Warning also remains in effect for Rota, Tinian and Saipan.  Additionally, Tinian and Saipan remain under a Typhoon Watch. According to the NWS Tropical Storm Goni is steadily moving toward the Marianas. As of 11am it was located about 170 miles east of Guam and moving west-northwest at 12 miles per hour. Goni is packing winds of up to 40 miles per hour. The storm is tracking to pass between Rota and Tinian on Sunday morning however any delay on the northwest turn would take it closer to Guam and Rota. The storm could turn into a a typhoon either late Sunday night or Monday. Guam in the meantime is now in Condition of Readiness 3. Island residents are urged to make necessary preparations at home.