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From Daily Star · () English

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  • Super Typhoon Bavi is projected to hit Guam and the Northern Marianas with winds up to 260 kph and gusts of 315 kph.
  • The National Weather Service warned of "catastrophic" damage, significant flooding, and "extremely dangerous" coastal conditions.
  • Residents moved to evacuation centers and made last-minute preparations as heavy rain and strong winds began to lash the islands.

Residents of Guam and the Northern Marianas are moving to emergency evacuation centers and making final preparations as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the U.S. Pacific territories. The powerful storm is forecast to make landfall today with sustained winds of 260 kilometers per hour (160 mph), equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane, and gusts reaching up to 315 kph (195 mph).

very dangerous

— National Weather ServiceThis phrase describes the NWS's assessment of the typhoon's threat level.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued dire warnings, labeling the typhoon "very dangerous." The agency anticipates "catastrophic" damage near the storm's center, along with "tropical storm force" winds expected to impact the region from yesterday afternoon or evening. Significant flooding from torrential rains and coastal inundation are also predicted, with waves potentially reaching 35 feet, creating "extremely dangerous" conditions at sea.

tropical storm force winds

— National Weather ServiceThis indicates the expected wind conditions preceding the main impact of the typhoon.

As the storm nears, Guam is already experiencing heavy rain and strong winds, with noticeably fewer cars on the roads. The preparations reflect the severity of the threat, as communities brace for the typhoon's destructive potential. The projected intensity of Super Typhoon Bavi places it among the most significant weather events to threaten the region in recent memory.

catastrophic damage

— National Weather ServiceThis warning highlights the potential for severe destruction from the typhoon.
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