Weather

As of 6:40 p.m. Wednesday, civil defense officials said there was no tsunami threat for Guam or the Northern Marianas

Tsunami effects could reach region as early as 2:37 p.m.

A number of weather advisories remain in effect for Guam, Saipan, Rota and Tinian through 6 a.m. Sunday

The tropical disturbance is expected to develop into a tropical depression when it passes west of Rota late Thursday afternoon.

Uncertainty remains as disturbance approaches Marianas

Forecasters are watching Invest 98W, which could bring 5 to 10 inches of rain to Guam and Saipan.

Saipan and Tinian are the only islands assessed to be in severe drought conditions, according to a Mar. 7 statement from the National Weather Service-Guam (NWS Guam).

A worsening drought is spreading across the Micronesian region.