Flash Flood Warning Issued for Guam County in Guam

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Guam County in Guam.

Flash Flood Warning

The warning was issued at 3:05 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.2 and 2.4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential Impact

Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Dededo, Tamuning, Yigo, Mangilao, Chalan Pago-Ordot, Barrigada, Yona, Hagatna Heights, Andersen AFB, Talofofo, Mongmong-Toto-Maite, Sinajana, Inarajan, Asan, Merizo, Piti, Santa Rita and Umatac. This Flash Flood Warning is for the entirety of Guam

Areas Affected

The warning covers Guam County in Guam.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.