Tropical Storm Warning for Chuuk and Yap

Photo Sources: U.S. Embassy Kolonia, National Weather Service and Joint Typhoon Warning Center.

By Christopher Cottrell

May 6, 2026, Federated States of Micronesia___U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia has issued a Weather Alert for Chuuk and Yap as of the afternoon of May 6, 2026.

They write:

Weather Alert: U.S. Embassy Kolonia, (May 6, 2026)

Location: Chuuk and Yap

Event: The National Weather Service and Joint Typhoon Warning Center have issued an alert for Tropical Depression 05W in FSM, which could become a tropical storm. The storm is near Weno and heading west toward Yap. Islands in central/western Chuuk and all of Yap are areas of concern for the next 3-5 days and may have dangerously heavy rain, winds, and waves.

Actions to Take:

• Stay out of the ocean.

• Seek secure shelter with ample food and water.

• Minimize unnecessary movements.

• Secure outside items.

• Notify family and friends of your safety.

• Monitor updates from U.S. and FSM weather service offices.

Assistance

· U.S. Embassy Kolonia

+691 320-2187

+691 920-2369 (after hours)

KoloniaACS@state.gov

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