Pacific islands brace for 'very dangerous' Cyclone Bavi with 315 km/h winds

American islands in the Pacific, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, are preparing for the imminent arrival of Cyclone 'Bavi,' a "very dangerous" storm packing extreme winds and a high risk of major flooding. Meteorologists forecast sustained winds of 260 km/h, with gusts potentially reaching a destructive 315 km/h.

Authorities are also warning of significant coastal submersion due to torrential rains and storm surges that could exceed ten meters in low-lying areas. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has deployed substantial logistical resources, including over a million liters of drinking water, a million meals, emergency beds, and generators, to address immediate needs and anticipate a prolonged crisis in this geographically isolated and cyclone-vulnerable territory.

Residents have been actively preparing since Saturday. Long lines at gas stations and unusual crowds at hardware stores, where people bought wood to secure their homes, were observed in Saipan. Supermarkets also saw a surge in purchases of food and bottled water as uncertainty loomed over access to essential goods post-cyclone. The powerful storm has prompted maximum vigilance from local and federal authorities, who urge residents to remain indoors and strictly follow safety guidelines.

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