Jul 6
Super Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall on Northern Mariana Islands with 150 MPH Winds
Super Typhoon Bavi struck the Northern Mariana Islands on July 6, bringing winds exceeding 150 mph to the island of Rota. The storm caused significant damage across the U.S. territory as it moved through the region. This event marks the second major storm to impact the islands in 2026, posing a severe threat to Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. Federal agencies have staged water, meals, and generators to support local officials. Emergency responders are urging residents to remain in shelters and stay off roads until hazards from the storm pass. Safety instructions for Typhoon BaviFEMA support for Guam and Northern Mariana IslandsSuper Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on US Pacific islandsFierce winds hit U.S. Pacific territories as Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall near GuamSuper Typhoon Bavi, with 167 mph winds, threatens Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands