#64 Postby euro6208 » Sat Jan 24, 2015 10:55 am
The Marianas with the U.S territory of Guam has five conditions of typhoon readiness, often referred to as TCCOR
* TCCOR 4 -- Normal Operations -- This means that sustained winds of 50 knots (58 mph) or greater from a tropical typhoon are possible within the next 72 hours.
* TCCOR 3 -- Caution -- This means sustained winds of 50 knots (58 mph) or greater from a typhoon are possible in the next 48 hours. At this point you should inventory your home emergency kit and replace any and all missing items as necessary. Fill up your vehicles, generators, and extra gas cans with gasoline. Secure outside objects -- move items indoors that can't be secured. Prepare your household for long term power and water loss (laundry, outdoor cooking, clear refrigerator). Tune in to your radio or TV. It is worth noting here that the island of Guam powers down before being hit by a typhoon, so be sure to have a hand-crank radio on hand for outside information.
* TCOR 2 -- Caution -- This means sustained winds of 50 knots (58 mph) from a typhoon are possible in the next 24 hours. Close and secure shutters, place rags and towels around the base of windows and doors. Fill containers with water (bathtub, clean pails, trash cans, washing machine, etc.). Remove furniture and carpets away from areas where water may come in. Expecting mothers 38 weeks or in high risk pregnancies should report to the hospital. Move your vehicles to a secure and protected area. Pack your freezer with containers full of water to be used as ice or thawed for drinking.
* TCCOR 1 -- Caution -- Sustained winds of 50 knots (58 mph) or greater from a typhoon are possible in the next 12 hours. Go inside your home and stay there. Only essential and emergency personnel are allowed outside.
* TCCOR 1 -- Emergency -- Sustained winds of 50 knots (58 mph) or greater from a typhoon are observed to occur or are on Guam. DO NOT GO OUTSIDE. Wait for the storm to pass and for threat conditions to return to TCCOR 4. Be ready to help with recovery and cleanup.
The National Weather Service Guam of NOAA takes control of this region and warns on tropical cyclones threatening Micronesia...
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