Tropical Depression 02W is expected to drift west of  Ngulu of Yap State today and poses no direct threat to the Marianas at this time, according to the Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense.   

A tropical storm watch is in effect for Yap and Ngulu in Yap State.

The bands of showers associated with the system over Yap state look to remain south and west of the Marianas, though southern Guam waters could still see a bit of an increase over the weekend.  The community is reminded to be prepared to take immediate action should the system take a more northward track.