Authorities warned that departments including Sacatepéquez, Escuintla and Chimaltenango could be affected. Operations at Guatemala City’s La Aurora International Airport may also face temporary disruptions due to ash and wind conditions.
Americans in the area have been advised to remain alert, monitor local updates and prepare for possible travel delays, as officials continue to track the developing situation.
Meanwhile, Americans in Okinawa have been advised to stock up and seek shelter as Typhoon Dolphin is expected to affect the region beginning August 6, with disruption lasting until Sunday.
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Japan advised people to stay indoors amid “extremely high winds, dangerous storm tides, heavy rainfall, possible flooding, and landslides” expected.
What Is Typhoon Dolphin?
Typhoon Dolphin is a powerful tropical cyclone that has strengthened over the western Pacific and is tracking toward the main island of Okinawa, prompting weather alerts and travel warnings for parts of the country. On July 30, the typhoon reached category 5 strength, according to NASA’s Earth Data published on July 31, with maximum sustained winds of 165 miles per hour (mph). As of August 6, the typhoon has sustained winds of 90 mph, according to Zoom Earth, an interactive weather map and hurricane tracker.