(CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management) — The U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Detachment Marianas will be conducting UXO detonation at the Saipan Marpi Blow Pit on July 26 and 27, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The general location of this activity will be at Marpi Blow Pit within 100 feet radius on all quadrants to 800 feet above sea level.
Due to the danger imposed by these activities, Gov. Arnold I. Palacios is strongly advising the general public, especially fishermen, commercial pilots and marine tour operators, to avoid this area during the time and date indicated.
For more information, contact the CNMI Emergency Operation Center-State Warning Point at (670) 237-8000, VHF marine channel 16, or HF single side band radio on 5.205.0.
