Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches
Summary
Emergency evacuations are underway in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as super typhoon Bavi approaches with winds up to 257 km/h (160 mph). The storm is expected to cause severe damage, heavy flooding, and high waves when it hits early Monday morning.Key Facts
- Super typhoon Bavi is forecast to hit Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands early Monday.
- Winds may reach up to 257 km/h (160 mph), with possible gusts of 207 mph.
- The US National Weather Service warns of catastrophic damage and flooding.
- Waves as high as 11 meters (35 feet) are expected.
- Guam has opened five evacuation centers primarily for vulnerable people.
- Bavi is classified as a super typhoon, similar in strength to a category 4 or 5 hurricane.
- This will be the 11th category 4 or 5 tropical cyclone to hit US territory in the past decade.
- Climate change and a strong El Niño are contributing to more frequent and stronger storms in this region.
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