WHGM72 PGUM 161825 MWWPQ2 URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tiyan GU 425 AM ChST Sat Oct 17 2026 PMZ172-171000- /O.CON.PGUM.SC.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-261017T1700Z/ Chuuk Coastal Waters- 425 AM ChST Sat Oct 17 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CHST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Chuuk Coastal Waters. * WHEN...Until 3 AM ChST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Storm Champi continues to strengthen. Southwest winds have maintained the 15 to 25 knot range with the latest analysis. This wind field will continue to gradually strengthen and expand while Champi moves towards the Marianas. These wind conditions are producing hazardous conditions for small craft operations through at least early Sunday morning. Inter- island travel is strongly discouraged. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid boating in hazardous conditions. && $$ Bowsher