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Typhoon Watch issued October 15 at 2:45PM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU

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A typhoon watch covers Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan coastal waters. Typhoon conditions with winds of 74 mph or more are possible within 48 hours; the source also warns of dangerous seas and reduced visibility in heavy rain.

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  • Affected location: Marianas
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The alert warns that winds and seas could damage, capsize or sink vessels in the affected coastal waters.

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Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Urgency
5/10

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