Yutu approaching the Marianas(Photo: National Meteorological Service)

With winds currently of 160 mph, Yutu has been promoted supertyphoon status as he continues to strengthen himself and head to the marinas, according to the Joint Typhoon Warning Center and the National Weather Service.

"This continues to intensify," said the meteorologist of the national meteorological service, Chip Guard.

The storm is expected to pass within a few miles of Tinian between 1 and 2 am Thursday. Hazardous winds extend 130 miles west and southwest and 230 miles east.

This means that the worst weather will last Thursday.

Civil defense officials in Guam announced that the island would be in readiness by no later than 5 pm At noon, the government offices were closed because the island was placed in the COR 2.

Strong winds were expected by 6 pm and the authorities urged residents to stay indoors for the duration of the storm.

According to 1:28 pm, the storm was located 190 miles east of Guam and 170 miles southeast of Saipan and Tinian.

Emergency officials said Guam could expect winds of 50 mph at 55 mph with stronger gusts.

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Use Wednesday morning to prepare

The time remaining before the storm should be used for last-minute preparations.

  • Wrap carpets away from doors and windows
  • Make lighting supplies easily accessible
  • Unplug all appliances and make sure circuit breakers are shut off when high winds are approaching.
  • Locate or prepare your emergency kits for your household and make sure all family members know its location; stock up on non-perishable food and water for your household, flashlights, first aid kits, batteries, matches or lighters, portable stove, toiletries, etc.
  • Visit https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit for more information on what to include in your supplies.
  • Secure important documents such as birth certificates, tax documents and insurance documents and keep copies in a waterproof bag.
  • If you live in a flood zone, cover the beds and plastic furniture to prevent water damage.

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