CAMPUS ADVISORY - Governor Leon Guerrero declares COR3; Evening Classes Cancelled
CAMPUS ADVISORY - Governor Leon Guerrero declares COR3; Evening Classes Cancelled
CAMPUS ADVISORY - Governor Leon Guerrero declares COR3; Evening Classes Cancelled
9/10/2024
Håfa Adai UOG Community,
Governor Leon Guerrero has declared Guam in Condition of Readiness (COR) 3 as of 3pm
today.
A tropical storm warning is now in effect for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan. A tropical
storm warning means that tropical storm force winds of at least 39 mph are expected
within 24 hours.
The closest point of approach is anticipated around 10pm this evening.
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
** Evening classes after 5:30pm have been cancelled. **
** Employees are asked to secure their offices and areas prior to leaving for the
day. **
Updates will be posted via email, on the UOG website, and official social media channels.
Please stay tuned and stay safe, Tritons!
Guam in COR 3; Take Action to Prepare
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Rear Admiral Brent De Vore will place Guam and the
respective military bases in Condition of Readiness (COR) 3 at 3 p.m. this afternoon.
Joint Region Marianas, Naval Base Guam, Andersen Air Force Base, and Marine Corps
Base Camp Blaz establish COR 3. All Military installations on Guam are currently securing
facilities and housing residents are urged to commence heavy weather preparedness
efforts in COR 3.
At 1 PM ChST the center of Tropical Depression 14W was located near latitude 11.2N...longitude
146.5E. This was about 195 miles southeast of Guam. Storm motion was west, 275 degrees,
at 9 mph. Storm intensity was 30 mph. A Tropical Storm Warning has now been issued.
What to Expect
Now is the time to prepare for low-end tropical storm conditions according to your
typhoon disaster plan specific to your home or business.
It is important to actively listen for forthcoming information from your local National
Weather Service office and emergency management agency.
Prepare Now
The community is advised to take the following preparedness actions this weekend:
● Those living in flood-prone areas should take action; clear drainage areas and unblock
storm drains to minimize flooding;
● Clear loose debris around your yard and store any items, such as tents and
canopies, that may become airborne with heavy winds, before inclement weather arrives;
● Stay up to date with the latest information. The system track or intensity
may change, and advisories may be issued;
● Locate or prepare your emergency preparedness kits for your household;
● Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax papers, and insurance
documents, and keep copies in a water-proof bag;
● Gas your vehicles and get fuel for your generators;
● Be prepared to take action if shutters are warranted;
● In COR 3, residents are asked to secure loose items in their yard including
lawn furniture, and barbeque grills and trash cans.
Visit the following links for the latest advisory information:
● NWS Website: https://www.weather.gov/gum/
● NWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NWSGuam/
● GHS/OCD Website: https://ghs.guam.gov/
● GHS/OCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSOCD/
● JRM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrmguam