Joint Information Center
The Joint Information Center (JIC) continues to coordinate response and recovery messaging following the impacts of Typhoon Sinlaku. Response agencies and partners are working around the clock to restore critical services and support affected communities across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.
POWER RESTORATION SNAPSHOT
Utility | Saipan | Tinian | Rota |
Power | 15,624 out (Assessments ongoing) | 100% Offline | Back to Normal Operations |
Water | 33% Restored (Boil Notice) | 98% Operational | 100% Restored |
System Status & Safety
- Outages: 15,624 customers remain without power, including 11,769 residential customers.
- Infrastructure: A total of 662 power poles are confirmed down.
- Assessments:S. Department of Energy drone assessments are ongoing, moving north from Koblerville toward Dandan and Fina Sisu.
- Hazardous Materials: EPA and FEMA support for hazardous material cleanup, including damaged transformers, is scheduled to begin today Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Transmission & Feeder Updates
Feeder 1 & 3, Partial 1 to the Hospital was initially energized at 4:00PM on 04/19/2026 and remains online with the CUC grid on 04/22/2026 at 7:04PM and 100% load at 8:02PM.
- Feeder 4: Completed restoration work of clearing down wooden poles from Kagman Main Road. Completed restoration work at the KG 131 well, Kagman Booster overhead power lines to the generator.
- Kiya 1: Completed ongoing restoration work of restringing, reframing of conductors towards the Isley Water Wells, 7 spans to complete and ready to energize primary lines when Power Plant no. 3 is ready to be energized.
- Kiya 3: Completed restoration work on Middle Road from Sugar King to Quarter Master Intersection. Ongoing work from Quarter Master Middle Road to toward Chalan Msgr. Guerrero Road intersection (near IT&E). Completed the restoration work at the S3 Lift Station, facility has been isolated and ready to be energized. All pad-mounted transformers, customers who were isolated are awaiting the linecrew to open fuse cut-outs ready be energized.
- Kiya Substation: Pumping water out of the substation berm is complete; crews need to replace the DC battery supply.
Current Stats: 610 poles down | 15,624 total customers out (11,769 residences).
Power Generation Facilities
Facility | Status | Repair Timeline |
Plants 1 & 2 | Assessments complete; debris clearing ongoing. | 60% complete on side wall repairs; 1+ week for engine drying. |
Plant 3 | Temporary fuel tank permit received. | Energization to the feeder was completed at 7:28 PM on 04/25/2026. |
Plant 4 | Side wall repairs started. | 3–4 weeks for temporary repair; 1 MW currently online for the hospital. |
Feeder assessments are 80% complete; 111 poles and 38 transformers are confirmed down. All feeders remain offline (1,059 customers out).
Feeders 1 & 2 are 98–100% energized. Rota line crews are expected to arrive in Tinian on Monday, April 27, to assist with restoration.
Saipan Water
- Current Production: 5.7 million gallons/day (54% capacity).
- Customer Access: 31% (2,729 of 8,758 customers).
- Infrastructure: 41% (50 of 138) of wells and facilities are online. 0 are on the CUC power grid.
- Recent Wins: 7 well weather heads repaired as of 5:40 PM on 04/25/2026; Saltwater treatment system installed at Sugar Dock.
⚠️ BOIL WATER NOTICE REMAINS IN EFFECT.
Saipan Filling Stations (Effective 04/25)
- Puerto Rico Road, Puerto Rico — 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
- Dr. Torres Drive (WSR Elementary), Chalan Kanoa — 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
- Tinaktak Drive, Koblerville — 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily
- Capitol Hill Road, Capitol Hill — 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily
- Chacha Road, Kagman — 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
- Tuturam Drive, San Vicente — 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
Additional filling stations are being used to support government tanker operations supplying emergency shelters and critical facilities.
Saipan Wastewater
- Plants: Sadog Tasi Wastewater Treatment Plant is operational with a FEMA generator. Agingan plant is monitored and fueled by FEMA.
- Lift Stations: 15 on CUC generators , 12 on portable generators , 6 via septic hauler bypass. A3 Lift Station is now operational with a FEMA generator.
- Water Service: 98% online; 861 total customers (679 residential).
- Damage Assessment: Roof damage observed on Tinian Water Tank ; engineering cost estimates pending.
- System Operations: Maui 2 well running on backup generator.
⚠️ BOIL WATER NOTICE REMAINS IN EFFECT.
- System Status: 100% online; 863 total customers (681 residential).
- Notice: Precautionary Boil Water Notice was officially canceled as of April 22, 2026.
Infrastructure: Solar chlorination system is non-operational; CUC is using an alternative chlorination source.
Status (Last 48 Hours)
- Primary feeder damage assessments are 100% complete.
- Secondary feeder and residential service assessments are nearing completion.
- Feeder 1 & 3 (Partial) serving the hospital was reenergized on April 21 at 4:30 AM following emergency generator failure at the hospital.
- Restoration completed to Sadog Wastewater Treatment Plant, Water Laboratory, and PR-164 well, pending energization.
- Restoration completed at Upper Navy Hill (Calhoun Chlorine Station and CL-2 & CL-5 wells), pending grid connection.
- Feeder 4 clearing operations completed along Kagman Main Road.
- Kiya 3 restoration completed from Sugar King to Quarter Master Intersection; work ongoing toward Chalan Msgr. Guerrero Road (near IT&E).
- Kiya 1 crews continue restringing conductors toward water wells to support restoration of water systems.
- Kiya Substation restoration ongoing; no structural damage identified.
- US DOE drone assessments of the power grid are ongoing beginning in the Koblerville sector.
Current Status
- Total power poles down: 610
- Customers without power: 15,624
- Residential customers without power: 11,769
Power Generation Facilities
- Power Plant No. 1 & 2:
- Debris clearing ongoing
- Temporary side wall repairs scheduled
- Estimated repair timeline: 3–4 weeks
- Engine drying operations underway
- Power Plant No. 3:
- Preliminary assessment completed
- Pending distribution readiness
- Power Plant No. 4:
- Debris clearing ongoing
- Contractor repair scheduled
- Estimated repair timeline: 3–4 weeks
- Aggreko Units:
- Damage assessment complete
- Pending clearance to energize feeders
Next 48-Hour Priorities
- Continue secondary feeder restoration
- Replace damaged poles and weather heads
- Energize water wells and wastewater facilities
- Continue drone damage assessments
- Coordinate arrival of Guam Power Authority (GPA) support teams (expected April 24)
Status (Last 48 Hours)
- Feeder damage assessments remain approximately 80% complete.
- Preliminary power plant damage assessment initiated.
- Estimated 245 downed poles identified.
Current Status
- All power feeders remain offline.
- Customers without power: 1,075
- Residential customers without power: 764
RESOURCE DISTRIBUTION & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
- Provider 1 Statistics: Saipan (85%), Rota (100%), Tinian (55%).
- Provider 2 Statistics: Rota (100% on Mobile Services), Saipan/Tinian (Specific areas restored).
Restored Areas: Saipan
- Newly Restored: San Vicente
- Active Sectors: Grandvrio, China Town, Dandan, Mt. Tapochao, Kagman, Kensington Hotel, Sasha Building (Quarter Master), DSebastian Building (Tanapag), MH2 Building (Puerto Rico), Lower Base (CUC Plant), Paradiso Resort, Crowne Plaza, Torres Building (Sugar King), Hermans Bakery, CNMI Homeland Security, Finasisu, Kiyu-Ville, Koblerville Village, Nauru Building, Afetna Supermarket, Thunder Chicken, RJ Plaza, Airport, and Gualo Rai BECQ.
Island | Provider | Locations & Hours |
Saipan | Shell | Highway Express, Dandan, Susupe |
Mobil | Chalan Kiya, Piao, Garapan, Middle Rd, Koblerville, Sadog Tasi, Susupe (8 AM – 6 PM). | |
Tinian | Tinian Fuel Services | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Rota | Multiple | Luta Gas & Sasanhaya (6:00 AM – 7:00 PM) |
Saipan Shelters & Housing
- Marianas High School (1)
- Marianas High School (2)
- Oleai Head Start
- Koblerville Elementary School
- Kagman High School
- Dandan Head Start
- Garapan Elementary School
- DCCA Kagman Community Center
Tinian Shelters & Housing
- Tinian Elementary School
- Magdalena M. Hofschneider, Tinian Head Start
Current Population: 565 (increase of 2 as of 4/25/2026)
Saipan Health & Medical Services
- CHCC Emergency Dept: 24/7 Operations.
- Outpatient Clinics
- Family Care: Mon-Sat (8AM–11PM), Sun (3PM–11PM).
- Children’s/Women’s: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
- Pharmacy: 8 AM – 5:30 PM (Drive-thru available). Closed for lunch 12:00–12:30.
- Samaritan’s Purse: Daily 8 AM – 8 PM (CHCC Upper Parking Lot).
- Private Clinics: Medical Associates (8 AM – 4 PM), Isla Community Health (8 AM – 4 PM), Saipan Health Clinic (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM).
Tinian Health & Medical Services
Lucia “Chiang” Villagomez Arizapa Health Center
- OUTPATIENT PHARMACY
- Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
- CLOSED ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
Rota Health & Medical Services
Rota Health Center
- Hours: 7:30AM – 4:30PM
- OUTPATIENT PHARMACY
- 8AM – 5:30 (Monday – Friday)
- CLOSED ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program
The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program, or EPAP is a federal program that helps uninsured people in disaster areas get the prescription drugs, vaccinations, medical supplies, and equipment that they need.
Who qualifies? Answer: People without health insurance
People who qualify for EPAP can replace certain prescription medicine, medical supplies vaccines and certain pieces medical equipment that were:
- Lost or damaged while evacuating or because of the disaster
- Not refilled before disaster
- Lost or damaged at evacuation shelter
You are ineligible for the EPAP if you have
- Individual health insurance policy
- Employer-sponsored coverage
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- Other third-party coverage
If EPAP is activated in your area after a disaster, follow these steps for help:
- Make sure you qualify for EPAP
- Find out if your prescription or medical supplies are covered by EPAP
- Find a pharmacy participating in EPAP
- Give the pharmacy your medical information
CNMI Public School System
- Schools Closed/Open: All Public School System schools and Head Start/Early Head Start centers remain closed. Site assessments ongoing. After all assessments are completed, the next phase will be emergency repairs and debris removal. Some schools and centers remain activated as designated community shelter sites.
- Tentative Reopening Date: None as of April 23, 2026.
Northern Marianas College
- Northern Marianas College (NMC) has announced that the Spring 2026 term is ending early in response to the ongoing recovery from Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
- To further support students during these challenging times, NMC has activated a dedicated student hotline: (670) 285-2059/7651 available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. WhatsApp messaging is an available option as well. More information is available at marianas.edu.
NMTech
- NMTech campus will be open for limited operations for cleaning purposes only as it was flooded and filled with mud. Selected Staff report back to work on Monday to gut ceiling and floor tiles and drywall that has been saturated. All staff will report on Wednesday for full campus clean up. Depending on results of clean up will determine opening of campus for emergency services utilization, I.e. culinary classroom.
- Spring classes will be suspended until the latter part of June 2026.
Saipan International Airport
Status:
- Runways clear and operational
- Operating on generator power with limited running wate
Flights:
- United Airlines resuming daily Guam service (effective April 23, 2026)
- Arrival: 8:50 AM
- Departure: 9:55 AM
- MACS and Star Marianas Air (SMA) operating daytime commuter and cargo flights
- Additional airline partners pending confirmation
Capacity & Operations:
- Flights limited to daytime operations only (due to damaged navigational aids)
- 1 operational jetway (#2); Jetway #6 under repair
- 2 stair carts available as backup
Francisco Manglona Borja/Tinian International Airport
- Open with restrictions
- Humanitarian flights only
- Daytime operations only
Benjamin Taisacan Manglona International Airport (Rota)
- Open and operational
- Able to receive flights
Current Status
- All seaports (Saipan, Tinian, Rota) are open under Port Heavy Weather Condition (PHWC) WHISKEY
- Operations limited to daylight hours only
Operations
- Ports open to commercial traffic
- Cargo transfer operations permitted
- Daylight-only operations remain in effect
Recent Updates (Last 48 Hours)
- All ports continue under PHWC WHISKEY
- Commercial vessel operations have resumed with daylight restriction
- Navigation safety advisories issued to mariners
Navigation Safety
- Mariners are advised to use caution when entering or departing waterways
- Report damaged navigation aids to the U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam Command Center
Public Safety
- All beaches are currently open
- All non-essential service fees are temporarily suspended during the recovery period
Traffic Safety Notice:
Due to dark intersections and non-functioning traffic signals, motorists are advised to follow these guidelines:
- Complete Stop: Come to a full stop at all intersections
- Right of Way:
- First vehicle to arrive proceeds first
- If arriving at the same time, yield to the vehicle on your right
- Left Turns: Yield to oncoming traffic unless you have established the right of way
- Reduce Speed: Slow down well in advance of intersections
- Stay Alert: Treat all non-functioning signals as a 4-way stop
- Use Signals: Clearly indicate your driving intentions
Pedestrian:
- Exercise extra caution, especially at night
- Be aware that street lighting may be limited or unavailable
Key Contact Information:
| Service | Contact |
| Emergency | 911 |
| CUC Outages | 670-664-4282 or 670-236-4333 |
| Public Health | 670-234-8950 |
| Red Cross | (670) 234-3459 |
| CNMI EOC Hotline | (670)-237-8000 or (670)-287-7106 |
Stay Informed
The CNMI Joint Information Center will be verifying and releasing critical information in regards to all response and relief efforts pertaining to Super Typhoon Sinlaku. The public is informed to be aware of false information and rumors that may be spreading
The official media channels of the CNMI Joint Information Center are the CNMI Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor Facebook and Instagram Pages.
- @cnmigovernor
- @governorcnmi
- governor.cnmi.gov/jic/sinlaku/
CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- @cnmieocswp
- cucgov.org
- chcc.health
