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Rip Current Statement 9, NWS Guam

March 12, 2026

NWS Guam issued this rip current statement at Mar 12, 2026, 1:06 AM CDT. It took effect at Mar 12, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 12 days.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 12, 2026, 1:06 AM CDT (06:06 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 12, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
Expired
Mar 24, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT
In force
12 days
Issued by
NWS Guam

The text

As transmitted.

885 
WHMY40 PGUM 120606
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
406 PM ChST Thu Mar 12 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-122000-
/O.NEW.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.260312T1800Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.RP.S.0009.260312T1800Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
406 PM ChST Thu Mar 12 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY TO 4 PM CHST
MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 9 feet, building to 9 to 11
  feet Friday, and dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Friday to 4 PM ChST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A large northeast swell combined with a north
  secondary swell produced by a strong mid-latitude frontal system 
  and a nearby shear line will produce hazardous surf along north 
  facing reefs and a high risk of rip currents along north and east 
  facing reefs. Surf will initially be between 7 and 9 feet, building
  to between 9 and 11 feet Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers should
remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. If caught 
in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to 
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Kleeschulte
25 follow-up statements
774 
WHMY40 PGUM 121817
CFWGUM

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
417 AM ChST Fri Mar 13 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-130900-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
417 AM ChST Fri Mar 13 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 9 feet, building to 9 to 11
  feet tonight, and dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A large northeast swell combined with a north
  secondary swell produced by a strong mid-latitude frontal system 
  and a nearby shear line will produce hazardous surf along north 
  facing reefs and a high risk of rip currents along north and east 
  facing reefs. Surf will initially be between 7 and 9 feet, building
  to between 9 and 11 feet tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
251 
WHMY40 PGUM 130612
CFWGUM

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
412 PM ChST Fri Mar 13 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-132000-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
412 PM ChST Fri Mar 13 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 9 to 11 feet expected.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized 
  beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A large northerly swell combined with a north
  secondary swell produced by a strong mid-latitude frontal system
  and a nearby shear line will produce hazardous surf along north
  facing reefs and a high risk of rip currents along north and east
  facing reefs. The swell is expected to become north-northwesterly
  late in the weekend, possibly producing hazardous surf along west
  facing reefs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers should
remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. If caught 
in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to 
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Kleeschulte
109 
WHMY40 PGUM 131820
CFWGUM

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
420 AM ChST Sat Mar 14 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-140900-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
420 AM ChST Sat Mar 14 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 9 to 12 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM ChST Monday. For
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A large northerly swell combined with a
  north secondary swell produced by a strong mid-latitude synoptic
  systems are producing hazardous surf along north facing reefs 
  and a high risk of rip currents along north and east facing 
  reefs. The swell is expected to become north-northwesterly late 
  in the weekend or early next week, possibly producing hazardous 
  surf along west facing reefs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
463 
WHMY40 PGUM 140526
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
326 PM ChST Sat Mar 14 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-142100-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
326 PM ChST Sat Mar 14 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 11 to 14 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...North and east facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Monday. 

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A large northerly swell combined with a 
  north secondary swell produced by a strong mid-latitude synoptic
  systems are producing hazardous surf along north facing reefs 
  and a high risk of rip currents along north and east facing 
  reefs. Surf is expected to build to near the 15 foot threshold 
  meaning it wont take much to breech in to high surf warning 
  territory. 

  Then, the swell is expected to become north-northwesterly late 
  in the weekend or early next week, possibly producing hazardous 
  surf along west facing reefs. This advisory may need to be 
  extended further than Monday afternoon. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers 
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. 
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against 
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline.
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
922 
WHMY40 PGUM 141841
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
441 AM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-150900-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
441 AM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 9 to 12 feet, up to 14 feet 
  along north facing reefs. Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...North and east facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM ChST Monday. For
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds around a strong low pressure
  system near Japan and a Kona Low that is northwest of Hawai'i
  have been producing long-period NNW and NE swells to the region.
  Hazardous surf and a high risk of rip currents are expected
  along north and east facing reefs. Surf is expected to build
  near 15 feet along north facing reefs, which may possibly
  warrant a High Surf Warning. As NNW swell builds over the coming
  days, it can potentially build to hazardous levels of 9 feet
  along west facing reefs, likely needing the advisory to be
  extended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
920 
WHMY40 PGUM 150607
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
407 PM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-152100-
/O.UPG.PGUM.SU.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.SU.W.0002.260315T0607Z-260316T1900Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.CF.A.0001.260315T0607Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
407 PM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM CHST TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 9 to 12 feet, are expected to build
  up to 16 feet along north facing reefs by as early as Monday
  morning. Dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Watch, 
  significant coastal flooding is possible.

* WHERE...Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 5 AM ChST Tuesday. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch, through late Monday night. For the High
  Rip Current Risk, through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Low lying property may be 
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can 
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can 
  be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lastest altimetry pass shows elevated sea
  heights for the islands of Pagan northward. Looking further north
  on altimetry, sea heights are showing 16 to 20 feet. This is due to
  strong winds around a vigorous low pressure system near Japan and a
  Kona Low that is northwest of Hawai'i, which have been producing
  long-period NNW and NE swells in the region. Hazardous surf and a
  high risk of rip currents are expected along north and east facing
  reefs. Surf is expected to build to around 16 feet along north
  facing reefs, therefore, a High Surf Warning has been issued. 
  Advisory level surf will continue along east facing reefs. As NNW 
  swell builds over the coming days, it could potentially build to 
  hazardous levels of 9 feet along west facing reefs, likely 
  requiring the advisory to be extended to west facing reefs. The 
  coastal flooding along north facing reefs could reach 1 to 3 feet. 
  Once the seas crest and begin to fall, lesser advisory conditions 
  will still apply.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher/Stanko
325 
WHMY40 PGUM 150819 AAA
CFWGUM

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Coastal Hazard Message...UPDATED
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
619 PM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-152300-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1900Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.CF.A.0001.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
619 PM ChST Sun Mar 15 2026

Updated wave heights and corrected typo in additional details.

...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM CHST TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 11 to 14 feet, are expected to 
  build up to 16 feet along north facing reefs by as early as Monday 
  morning. Dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Watch, 
  significant coastal flooding is possible.

* WHERE...Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 5 AM ChST Tuesday. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch, through late Monday night. For the High
  Rip Current Risk, through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Low lying property may be 
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can 
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can 
  be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Latest altimetry pass shows elevated sea 
  heights for the islands of Pagan northward. Looking further north 
  on altimetry, sea heights are showing 16 to 20 feet. This is due to
  strong winds around a vigorous low pressure system near Japan and 
  a Kona Low that is northwest of Hawai'i, which have been producing 
  long-period NNW and NE swells in the region. Hazardous surf and a 
  high risk of rip currents are expected along north and east facing 
  reefs. Surf is expected to build to around 16 feet along north 
  facing reefs, therefore, a High Surf Warning has been issued. 
  Advisory level surf will continue along east facing reefs. As NNW 
  swell builds over the coming days, it could potentially build to 
  hazardous levels of 9 feet along west facing reefs, likely 
  requiring the advisory to be extended to west facing reefs. The 
  coastal flooding along north facing reefs could reach 1 to 3 feet. 
  Once the seas crest and begin to fall, lesser advisory conditions 
  will still apply.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
936 
WHMY40 PGUM 151833
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
433 AM ChST Mon Mar 16 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-160900-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1900Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.CF.A.0001.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
433 AM ChST Mon Mar 16 2026

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM CHST TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 13 feet, up to 16 feet 
  along north facing reefs. Dangerous rip currents. Possible 
  coastal inundation along northern shorelines.

* WHERE...West, north, and east facing reefs of the Marianas. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch, northern shorelines.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 5 AM ChST Tuesday. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch and the High Rip Current Risk, through
  late tonight. 

* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property 
  including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure 
  may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking 
  waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous
  seas. Life-threatening swimming conditions and significant 
  beach erosion can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the 
  best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Long period NNW swell from a low pressure
  system near Japan and long-period NE swell from a Kona Low
  northwest of Hawai'i continue to produce hazardous surf and a
  high risk of rip currents along west, north, and east facing
  reefs. The main concern will be north facing reefs, where surf
  can reach up to 16 feet through late tonight. Hazardous surf of
  at least 9 feet along west and north and of at least 12 feet
  along east facing reefs may persist longer, so either an
  extension of the Warning or an extension of as an Advisory will
  likely be needed. Coastal inundation along northern shorelines
  could reach 1 to 3 feet through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
714 
WHMY40 PGUM 160545
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
345 PM ChST Mon Mar 16 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-162100-
/O.NEW.PGUM.SU.Y.0028.260316T1800Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.SU.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.CF.A.0001.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
345 PM ChST Mon Mar 16 2026

...HIGH SURF WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL EARLY TUESDAY MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM EARLY TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
4PM CHST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 14 to 17 feet, are expected to 
  gradually start falling to 11 to 14 feet along north facing 
  reefs. Dangerous rip currents. Possible coastal inundation 
  along northern shorelines.

* WHERE...West, north, and east facing reefs of the Marianas. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch, northern shorelines.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until early Tuesday morning. 
  For the High Surf Advisory, from early Tuesday morning through 
  4 PM ChST Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, through early 
  Tuesday morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Low lying property may be 
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can 
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can 
  be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Long period NNW swell from a low pressure
  system near Japan and long-period NE swell from a Kona Low
  northwest of Hawai'i continue to produce hazardous surf and a
  high risk of rip currents along west, north, and east facing
  reefs. The main concern will be north facing reefs, where surf
  can reach up to 17 feet through late tonight. Hazardous surf of
  at least 9 feet along west and north and of at least 12 feet
  along east facing reefs is expect to persist once the seas crest, 
  so an Advisory was issued to reflect the fall of the seas post 
  crest. Coastal inundation along northern shorelines could reach 
  1 to 3 feet through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
037 
WHMY40 PGUM 161819
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
419 AM ChST Tue Mar 17 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-170830-
/O.EXP.PGUM.SU.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.EXP.PGUM.CF.A.0001.000000T0000Z-260316T1800Z/
/O.UPG.PGUM.SU.Y.0028.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.SU.W.0003.260316T1819Z-260317T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.260317T0600Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.NEW.PGUM.CF.A.0002.260316T1819Z-260317T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
419 AM ChST Tue Mar 17 2026

...HIGH SURF WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST THIS AFTERNOON
ALONG WEST, NORTH, AND EAST FACING REEFS... 
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON ALONG
NORTHERN SHORELINES... 
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY 
AFTERNOON ALONG WEST, NORTH, AND EAST FACING REEFS... 
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4
PM CHST WEDNESDAY ALONG WEST, NORTH, AND EAST FACING REEFS...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 13 feet, up to 15 feet
  along north facing reefs. Dangerous rip currents. Possible 
  coastal inundation along northern shorelines.

* WHERE...West, north, and east facing reefs of the Marianas. For
  the Coastal Flood Watch, northern shorelines.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning and Coastal Flood Watch, until
  4 PM ChST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, from 4 PM
  this afternoon to 4 PM ChST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current
  Risk, through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Low lying property may be
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas.
  Life-threatening swimming conditions and significant beach 
  erosion can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Long period NNW swell from a low pressure
  system near Japan and long-period NE swell from a Kona Low
  northwest of Hawai'i continue to produce hazardous surf and a
  high risk of rip currents along west, north, and east facing
  reefs. The main concern will be north facing reefs, where surf
  can reach up to 15 feet through this afternoon. Hazardous surf
  of at least 9 feet along west and north reefs, and of at least
  12 feet along east facing reefs will continue through at least
  Wednesday afternoon. Surf is expected to first fall below
  hazardous levels along west facing reefs as the westerly
  component of the primary swell energy diminishes. Coastal 
  inundation along northern shorelines of 1 to 3 feet is possible 
  through this afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

DeCou
513 
WHMY40 PGUM 170601
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
401 PM ChST Tue Mar 17 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-172100-
/O.EXP.PGUM.SU.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260317T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.CF.A.0002.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
401 PM ChST Tue Mar 17 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM CHST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 12 feet. Dangerous rip 
  currents. Possible coastal inundation along northern shorelines 
  especially during high tides. Reduced wave heights have allowed 
  for the High Surf Warning to expire.

* WHERE...For High Surf Advisory and Coastal flood Watch along
  North reefs and shore and for the High Risk of Rip Currents 
  north and east facing reefs of Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Wednesday.
  
* IMPACTS...A few roads may be closed. Low lying property may be
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas.
  Life-threatening swimming conditions and significant beach 
  erosion can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Long period NNW swell from a low pressure 
  system near Japan and long-period NE swell from a Kona Low 
  northwest of Hawai'i continue to produce hazardous surf and a 
  high risk of rip currents along north and east facing reefs. 
  Hazardous surf of at least 9 feet along north reefs will 
  continue through at least Wednesday afternoon. Surf has already 
  fallen below hazardous levels of 9 feet along west and 12 feet 
  along east facing reefs. Coastal inundation along northern 
  shorelines of 1 to 2 feet is possible through Wednesday 
  afternoon especially during high tide. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers 
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. 
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against 
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline.
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
704 
WHMY40 PGUM 171821
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
421 AM ChST Wed Mar 18 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-180830-
/O.EXT.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.CF.A.0002.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
421 AM ChST Wed Mar 18 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT ALONG NORTH FACING REEFS UNTIL 4
PM CHST FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT ALONG NORTH AND EAST FACING
REEFS THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... 
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT ALONG NORTHERN SHORELINES 
UNTIL 4 PM CHST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 9 to 12 feet. Dangerous rip 
  currents. Possible coastal inundation along northern shorelines 
  during high tide.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Risk of Rip Currents, north and east facing
  reefs. For the Coastal Flood Watch, northern shorelines.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory and High Rip Current Risk, until
  4 PM ChST Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, until 4 PM ChST this
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...A few roads may be closed. Low lying property may be
  inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breaking waves can 
  sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can 
  be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast swell,
  produced by a distant mid-latitude system well east of Japan and a
  prior strong Kona Low north of Hawai'i, will continue to produce
  hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and a high risk of rip
  currents along north and east facing reefs through the latter half
  of the week. Coastal inundation along northern shorelines of 1 to 
  2 feet is possible through this afternoon during times of high 
  tide.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. 
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

DeCou
804 
WHMY40 PGUM 180606
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
406 PM ChST Wed Mar 18 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-182100-
/O.EXP.PGUM.CF.A.0002.000000T0000Z-260318T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
406 PM ChST Wed Mar 18 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...North and east facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast swell,
  produced by distant mid-latitude frontal systems, will continue to
  produce hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and a high risk 
  of rip currents along north and east facing reefs through Friday 
  afternoon. Swells look to gradually subside, however, there is 
  still a potential for surf and rip risk to remain elevated over the
  weekend. Although the overall threat of coastal inundation has 
  decreased, minor coastal inundation along northern shorelines still
  remains possible through Friday afternoon, especially during times
  of high tide.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
354 
WHMY40 PGUM 181756
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
356 AM ChST Thu Mar 19 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-190800-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
356 AM ChST Thu Mar 19 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...North and east facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast
  swell, produced by distant mid-latitude frontal systems, will 
  continue to produce hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and a 
  high risk of rip currents along north and east facing reefs through
  Friday afternoon. Swells look to gradually subside, however, there
  is still a potential for surf and rip risk to remain elevated over
  the weekend. Although the overall threat of coastal inundation has
  decreased, minor coastal inundation along northern shorelines 
  still remains possible through Friday afternoon, especially during 
  times of high tide.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

DeCou
882 
WHMY40 PGUM 190528
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
328 PM ChST Thu Mar 19 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-192100-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
328 PM ChST Thu Mar 19 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...North and east facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Friday. 

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast 
  swell, produced by distant mid-latitude frontal systems, will 
  continue to produce hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and
  a high risk of rip currents along north and east facing reefs 
  through Friday afternoon. Swells look to gradually subside, 
  however, there is still a potential for surf and rip risk to 
  remain elevated over the weekend. Although the overall threat of
  coastal inundation has decreased, minor coastal inundation 
  along northern shorelines still remains possible through Friday 
  afternoon, especially during times of high tide. Looking further
  in time, surf is anticipated to remain around the 9 foot level
  for the next several days. Beach goers and Surfers should 
  exercise caution through the first half of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers 
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. 
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against 
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline.
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
907 
WHMY40 PGUM 191827
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
427 AM ChST Fri Mar 20 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-200600-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260320T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
427 AM ChST Fri Mar 20 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 10 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast
  swell, produced by distant mid-latitude frontal systems, will
  continue to produce hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and
  a high risk of rip currents along north and east facing reefs
  through this afternoon. The long-period swells are gradually
  subsiding and surf is decreasing, however, surf and rip risk
  will remain at elevated levels over the weekend, possibly
  hovering just below hazardous levels for north facing reefs. 
  Additionally, minor coastal inundation along northern shorelines
  still remains possible through this afternoon, especially 
  during times of high tide, although the overall threat has been 
  diminishing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the
shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave
for help.

&&

$$

DeCou
192 
WHMY40 PGUM 200520
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
320 PM ChST Fri Mar 20 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-202100-
/O.EXT.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
320 PM ChST Fri Mar 20 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 10 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated long-period north to northeast 
  swell, produced by distant mid-latitude frontal systems, will 
  continue to produce hazardous surf along north facing reefs, and
  a high risk of rip currents along north and east facing reefs 
  through at least Sunday afternoon. The long-period swells are 
  gradually subsiding and surf is slowly decreasing, however, surf
  and rip risk will remain at elevated levels over the weekend, 
  possibly hovering just below hazardous levels for north facing 
  reefs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers 
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. 
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against 
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline.
If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Bowsher
348 
WHMY40 PGUM 201817
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
417 AM ChST Sat Mar 21 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-210830-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
417 AM ChST Sat Mar 21 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM ChST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated northeast to east swell, reinforced
  by diminishing long-period north to northeast swell produced by
  distant low pressure systems, will continue to produce hazardous
  surf along north facing reefs, and a high risk of rip currents
  along north and east facing reefs through at least Sunday
  afternoon. Swells, surf, and rip current risk will then briefly
  diminish, increasing once more through Monday as the northeast
  swell is reinforced by a building trade-wind surge. This may lead
  to a reissuance or extension of hazards.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against
the current. If able, swim in a direction following the
shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave
for help.

&&

$$

DeCou
918 
WHMY40 PGUM 210557
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
357 PM ChST Sat Mar 21 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-212100-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
357 PM ChST Sat Mar 21 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet and dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM ChST Sunday. For
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated northeast to east swell, reinforced
  by diminishing long-period north to northeast swell produced by
  distant low pressure systems, will continue to produce hazardous
  surf along north facing reefs, and a high risk of rip currents
  along north and east facing reefs through at least Sunday
  afternoon. Swells, surf, and rip current risk will then briefly
  diminish, increasing once more through Monday as the northeast
  swell is reinforced by a building trade-wind surge. This may lead
  to a reissuance or extension of hazards.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
963 
WHMY40 PGUM 211754
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
354 AM ChST Sun Mar 22 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-220600-
/O.CON.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
354 AM ChST Sun Mar 22 2026

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CHST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet and dangerous rip
  currents.

* WHERE...For the High Surf Advisory, north facing reefs of the
  Marianas. For the High Rip Current Risk, north and east facing
  reefs.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM ChST this afternoon.
  For   the High Rip Current Risk, through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated northeast to east swell, reinforced
  by diminishing long-period north to northeast swell produced by
  distant low pressure systems, will continue to produce hazardous
  surf along north facing reefs, and a high risk of rip currents
  along north and east facing reefs through at least this afternoon.
  Swells, surf, and rip current risk will then briefly diminish,
  increasing once more through Monday as the northeast swell is
  reinforced by a building trade-wind surge. This may lead to a
  reissuance or extension of hazards.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. Inexperienced swimmers
should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Stanko
030 
WHMY40 PGUM 220538
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
338 PM ChST Sun Mar 22 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-222100-
/O.EXP.PGUM.SU.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-260322T0600Z/
/O.EXT.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260324T0700Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
338 PM ChST Sun Mar 22 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM CHST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...East facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated northeast to east swell, and minor
  long-period northeast swell will continue to produce a high 
  risk of rip currents along east facing reefs through Tuesday 
  afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

IC
154 
WHMY40 PGUM 221754
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
354 AM ChST Mon Mar 23 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-230800-
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260324T0700Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
354 AM ChST Mon Mar 23 2026

...HIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...East facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated northeast to east swell, and minor
  long-period northeast swell will continue to produce a high risk of
  rip currents along east facing reefs through Tuesday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Stanko
618 
WHMY40 PGUM 230555
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
355 PM ChST Mon Mar 23 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-232100-
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260324T0700Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
355 PM ChST Mon Mar 23 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...East facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A northeast to east swell will continue support
  a high risk of rip currents tonight and into Tuesday. The easterly
  swell will slowly subside through the day Tuesday and should allow
  the risk of rip currents to drop to moderate Tuesday evening along
  east facing reefs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Schank
970 
WHMY40 PGUM 231950
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
550 AM ChST Tue Mar 24 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-240700-
/O.CON.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260324T0700Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
550 AM ChST Tue Mar 24 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...East facing reefs of the Marianas.

* WHEN...Through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A northeast to east swell will continue to
  support a high risk of rip currents today. The easterly swell will
  slowly subside through the day and should allow the risk of rip
  currents to drop to moderate this evening along east facing reefs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents will be life threatening. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

Stanko
920 
WHMY40 PGUM 240645
CFWGUM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tiyan GU
445 PM ChST Tue Mar 24 2026

GUZ001-MPZ001>003-240745-
/O.EXP.PGUM.RP.S.0009.000000T0000Z-260324T0700Z/
Guam-Rota-Tinian-Saipan-
445 PM ChST Tue Mar 24 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL END AT 5 PM CHST THIS AFTERNOON...

Buoy and surf observations have shown a steady decrease in the
easterly swell today, which is also allowing surf along east
facing reefs to decrease. This will allow the risk of rip currents
along east facing reefs to drop from high to moderate.

$$

Schank

The office that day

Everything else NWS Guam issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 11, 8:41 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM34 min
Mar 11, 9:00 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM5 min
Mar 11, 9:10 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM2 hr
Mar 11, 11:31 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM89 min
Mar 12, 1:06 AM CDTHigh Surf AdvisoryGUM3 days
Mar 12, 6:14 AM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM2 hr
Mar 12, 2:10 AM CDTSmall Craft AdvisoryGUM72 hr
Mar 12, 6:57 AM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryGUM4 hr
Mar 12, 1:59 PM CDTSmall Craft AdvisoryGUM12 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.