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Fierce winds hit US Pacific territories as Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall near Guam
By Sophie Austin, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 5, 2026
· 3 min read
Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall Monday over a tiny U.S. territorial island in the western Pacific near Guam, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain to the Northern Mariana Islands.The eye of the storm passed over the island of Rota Monday morning local time, bringing winds of more than 150 ...
Key takeaway The eye of the storm passed over the island of Rota Monday morning local time, bringing winds of more than 150 mph (241 kph), according to the National Weather Service.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents with family ties to the Northern Mariana Islands or Guam, the news of Super Typhoon Bavi's landfall is particularly concerning. The storm's impact on these US territories serves as a reminder of the global connections that exist within our local community. As the people of Rota, Saipan, and Tinian face the challenges of recovery and rebuilding, it is likely that local efforts to support them will emerge. Alamo Heights' own experience with severe weather events, although different in nature, can inform and inspire ways to provide aid and assistance to those affected by the typhoon. The city's community organizations and churches may play a key role in coordinating relief efforts, and residents can expect to see opportunities to donate or volunteer in the coming weeks.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall Monday over a tiny U.S. territorial island in the western Pacific near Guam, bringing powerful winds and torrential rain to the Northern Mariana Islands.The eye of the storm passed over the island of Rota Monday morning local time, bringing winds of more than 150 ...
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