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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Tiyan GU

323 PM ChST Wed May 6 2026



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Yap Coastal Waters-

323 PM ChST Wed May 6 2026



...TROPICAL STORM WATCH IN EFFECT...



* WHAT...Northeast winds 40 to 50 kt with gusts up to 70 kt and

  seas 8 to 13 feet are possible.



* WHERE...Yap Coastal Waters.



* WHEN...Through at least Friday night, or longer if conditions

  warrant.



* IMPACTS...Very strong winds could cause hazardous seas which could

  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.



* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Storm 05W is currently forecast to

  move through just south of Yap Proper Friday. Tropical storm force

  winds are possible Friday into Friday evening.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



A tropical storm watch means sustained winds of 34 to 63 kt or 39 to

73 mph are possible due to a tropical storm within 48 hours.



Mariners should pay close attention to the marine forecast and 

consider wind and sea conditions in planning. 



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