Satellite image shows tropical cyclone approaching Guam NOAA via AP A satellite image from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Super Typhoon Bavi approaching Guam, an island territory of the United States in the western Pacific Ocean, heading towards the Northern Mariana Islands. The cyclone hit the coast on Sunday night (5), Brasília time (Monday morning local time), first passing through the island of Rota, where a warning was issued for extreme winds. The forecast indicated sustained winds of up to 290 km/h and gusts that could reach 346 km/h, a classification equivalent to a category 5 super typhoon. In addition to Rota, typhoon warnings were issued for Guam, Saipan and Tinian. Authorities recommended that residents stay at home or in shelters, away from windows, due to the risk of debris, fallen poles and power outages. On the island of Saipan, gusts exceeding 161 km/h were recorded at the international airport. Part of the population was still facing the impacts of super typhoon Sinlaku, which hit the region in April and caused significant damage. Despite Bavi moving quickly, forecasters warned that the islands could still face heavy rain and tropical storm conditions throughout Monday. The governor of Guam, Lou Leon Guerrero, reinforced the request for the population to avoid leaving their homes until the cyclone passes.