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Typhoon Sinlaku Hits Northern Mariana Islands, 50,000 Face Outages

4/15/2026

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Sinlaku batters the Northern Mariana Islands with winds up to 140 miles per hour (241 kilometers per hour), forcing residents to shelter.
Mayor Ramon “RB” Jose Blas Camacho says rescue efforts are hampered by heavy rain and wind.
The storm is expected to cause power outages for 50,000 residents, with meteorologist Landon Aydlett warning that the slow movement could prolong impacts overnight.
Guam is experiencing torrential rainfall and flash flooding.

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Sinlaku batters the Northern Mariana Islands with winds up to 140 miles per hour (241 kilometers per hour), forcing residents to shelter.
Mayor Ramon “RB” Jose Blas Camacho says rescue efforts are hampered by heavy rain and wind.
The storm is expected to cause power outages for 50,000 residents, with meteorologist Landon Aydlett warning that the slow movement could prolong impacts overnight.
Guam is experiencing torrential rainfall and flash flooding.