Tropical Storm Watch in effect for Guam, CNMI

A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan, as Tropical Storm Man-yi approaches the Marianas.

A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions including winds of 39 mph or greater are possible as early as Tuesday night or Wednesday.
 
Tropical Storm Man-Yi is currently 505 miles east of Guam.

Meteorologists say maximum sustained winds remain at 40 mph with tropical storm force winds extending outward from the center up to 40 miles.

Man-yi is forecast to slowly intensify the next couple of days, including as it passes through the Marianas.
 
A small craft advisory will be in effect for Guam from 6 pm Tuesday to 6 am Thursday and Rip Current Statement in effect.