DPW<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
The Department of Public Works is informing the general public to exercise precautionary measures along all travel routes of Saipan due to extreme flooding. Tropical Depression Kong-rey (23W) has caused flooding along all roadways: DPW and the Mayor of Saipan maintenance crew are currently working to restore all travel lanes and stormwater channels.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Avoid floodwaters: Never walk, swim, or drive through floodwaters. It only takes six inches of moving water to knock you off your feet, and two feet of water can carry away a vehicle.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stay in your car: If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay in the vehicle. If the water is rising inside the car, get on the roof.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Get to higher ground: If you are in an area that is subject to flooding, get to higher ground immediately.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Avoid camping or parking: Avoid camping or parking along streams, stormwater channels, or other areas prone to flooding.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Don’t speed: Speeding worsens flooding effects.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Don’t use hazard lights: Use hazard lights only when stopped.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Don’t drive around barricades: Local responders use barricades to safely direct traffic out of flooded areas.<\/p>\n
COTA<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
Due to hazardous road conditions, the Commonwealth Office of Transit Authority’s Transit CNMI’s Blue Line 1B Fixed Route service is temporarily suspended. The Call-A-Ride Saipan demand responsive shared ride service remains open during operating hours.<\/p>\n
Anyone needing transportation to the designated shelter(s) on the island of Saipan can call the HSEM State Warning Point at (670) 237-8000 for assistance. COTA will be on standby after normal operational hours for shelter evacuation and transportation. To reach COTA after normal operating hours call (670) 287-0226.<\/p>\n
NMTI<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
The Northern Marianas Technical Institute campus will be temporarily closed from Monday, Oct. 28 through Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, due to recent flooding. This closure ensures the safety of students, faculty, and<\/p>\n
staff, and allows NMTI to assess and address the damages caused by the flooding.<\/p>\n
Please be advised that the closure period may be extended, pending further assessments. NMTI is working diligently with its facilities team and relevant authorities to determine the full extent of the damages and establish a timeline for reopening.<\/p>\n
All classes and on-campus activities will be suspended during this time.<\/p>\n
NMTI encourages students to monitor their emails and NMTI’s official social media channels for updates regarding scheduling changes and the reopening of the campus.<\/p>\n
A follow-up notice will be issued sooner if the campus can reopen earlier than anticipated.<\/p>\n
DPL<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
The Department of Public Lands has announced it is observing regular operational hours for Managaha Island.<\/p>\n
Stay Informed<\/p>\n
The CNMI Office of the Governor and CNMI Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management advise the community to keep a close watch on official updates relating to weather forecasts and stay informed on the latest statements and advisories which will be available through official channels (listed below) and media partners.<\/p>\n
For additional information, visit the following:<\/p>\n
\u2022 CNMI EOC State Warning Point Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/cnmieocswp\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 CNMI Office of the Governor Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/cnmigovernor<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 NWS Website: https:\/\/www.weather.gov\/gum\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 NWS Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NWSGuam\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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