AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOcean Research: The E/V Nautilus is returning to Mariana waters with a June 10–24 mapping run from Hawaii to Guam, bringing eight local participants and a new Kongsberg EM304 sonar system that can map deeper areas down to 11,000 meters. Typhoon Preparedness: NWS says Guam and the Marianas could see 3 to 5 more storms before the end of 2026, with heavy rainfall risks followed by drought. Tinian Recovery: USACE is running residential debris removal on Tinian; residents must sort debris and keep roadways clear, with a hotline for questions. Deep-Sea Mining Policy: Guam’s governor signed a ban on deep-sea mining in Guam’s nearshore waters, with fines up to $50,000 per day and restrictions tied to port use without full community consultation. Power & Housing: CNMI is moving toward resilience with temporary grid power on Tinian after Sinlaku, while BOX House/Ready Pod is donating rapidly deployable homes for Sinlaku survivors, including veterans. Tourism Hit: MVA reports April visitor arrivals down 72% after Sinlaku, with flight disruptions and damage still weighing on recovery.
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