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Federated States of Micronesia and Palau: Tropical Storm Bopha - Information Bulletin n° 1
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The situation
On 27 November, Tropical Storm Bopha developed southwest of Pohnpei and southeast of Chuuk in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), intensifying overnight with a current maximum wind speed of 40 knots near its centre, and has moved westwards as expected. It is currently a Category 1, and tropical storm warning remains in effect for the following locations in the FSM: Pohnpei state (Nukuoro); Chuuk state (Puluqat, Likunor, Losap, Chuuk Lagoon Islands); and Yap state (Satawal). The tropical storm is expected to worsen over the weekend with the likelihood of it developing into a Category 4 tropical storm, effecting greater risks in Palau and Yap state of FSM.
Residents in Palau have been urged to secure their homes, prepare for the storm and restrict travel to outer islands.
In FSM, the latest report as of 29 November from Chapter Coordinator in Chuuk to national headquarters stated that three islands have reported damage to housings (in Ta islands) and livelihoods (Lukunoch and Kuttu islands).
The potential population affected might reach 20,000 to 25,000 people including Chuuk, Yap and Palau islands.