Flash Flood Warning for Southwestern Saipan and Tinian

Source: NOAA · Saipan and Tinian, MP

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NWS Tiyan GU has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Southwestern Saipan and Tinian until 11:45 AM ChST due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain.

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Record type
Flash Flood Warning
Affected area
Saipan and Tinian, MP
Issued
September 9, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Tiyan GU

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Alert Details

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by NWS Tiyan GU. The alert is effective from September 9, 2026 at 10:50 AM ChST until September 9, 2026 at 11:45 AM ChST.

Affected Areas

The warning covers Southwestern Saipan and Tinian in the Northern Mariana Islands. Specific locations that may experience impacts include Dandan, Koblerville, Chalan Kanoa I, San Antonio, Chalan Kanoa II, Chalan Kanoa III, Kagman, Chalan Kanoa IV, Kagman III, Gualo Rai, Afetnas, Chalan Piao, Chalan Laulau, Chalan Kiya, San Jose (Oleai), As Lito, I Liyang and Kannat Tabla.

What You Should Do

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.

Expected Conditions

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area, with flash flooding ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Hazard is flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

Timeline

The warning is in effect from 10:50 AM ChST to 11:45 AM ChST on September 9, 2026.

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NWS Tiyan GU has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Southwestern Saipan and Tinian until 11:45 AM ChST due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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