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weather NWS minor Chuuk Coastal Waters October 16, 2026 at 6:54 AM

Small Craft Advisory

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with frequent gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chuuk Coastal Waters.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM ChST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Storm Champi continues to strengthen. Southwest winds have already increased into the 15 to 25 knot range on the latest analysis, with some pockets of 25 knots. This wind field will continue to gradually strengthen and become more broad, allowing hazardous conditions for small craft to persist through Sunday afternoon. Sustained winds of 15 to 25 knots with frequent gusts to 30 knows continuing to look likely, with a few higher gusts not out of the question. Inter- island travel is strongly discourages.

Local conditions in Chuuk Coastal Waters may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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