Tropical Storm “Chan-hom” forms and intensifies on its way toward Guam

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Tropical Storm "Chan-hom" formed east of Guam on June 30, 2015 and is expected to intensify on its was toward the island.

Current forecast track calls Chan-hom to reach Guam by July 4, 2015 as Category 1 equivalent typhoon, bringing heavy rain and wind gusts over 129 km/h (80.5 mph).

At 09:00 UTC on July 1, the system was located 523 km (325 miles) NW of Pohnpei, 539 km (335 miles) NE of Chuuk and 1 207 km (750 miles) ESE of Guam. Chan-hom is tracking W at 19.3 km/h (12 mph) with maximum sustained winds of 83.3 km/h (51.7 mph).

The system is expected to continue its westward direction through July 2 while increasing forward speed, NWS Guam said. 

Tropical storm winds extend outward up to 96 km (60 miles) from the center. Chan-hom is expected to slowly intensify over the next several days.

A news release from Guam’s department of Homeland Security said residents should prepare for the arrival of a typhoon.

There are no watches or warnings in effect for Guam today and Chan-hom is still not a threat, however, it can certainly become one over the next few days.

NWS Warning Coordination Meteorologist Chip Guard said:

“Conditions could change during the night. National Weather Service anticipates the storm slowing down during the night and we should know more about the exact track tomorrow morning.”

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Tropical Storm "Chan-hom" forecast track by JTWC on July 1, 2015.

Guam Homeland Security/Office of Civil Defense (GHS/OCD) advises residents and visitors to make necessary preparations at home and at work.

As a precaution, residents should take the following steps to prepare for the tropical storm:

  • Prepare your emergency preparedness kits for your household.
  • Take care of the yard and store objects that can fly with heavy wind.
  • Gas your car and get fuel for your generators.
  • Stock up on non-perishable foods (like canned goods) and drinking water.
  • Get batteries for flashlights and battery-operated radios.
  • Get your shutters ready.
  • Prepare and secure your office area.

GHS/OCD in conjunction with NWS will continue to monitor all conditions in this area closely and provide updates in a timely manner. Residents and visitors are advised to stay tuned to local media for any changes to this system.

Tropical Storm "Chan-hom" on July 1, 2015. Image credit: NASA Aqua/MODIS.

Featured image: IR image of Tropical Storm "Chan-hom" on July 1, 2015. Image credit: UW-CIMSS.

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