THE CNMI Emergency Operation Center-State Warning Point with the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services, in conjunction with the HydroGeologic Munitions Team, would like to inform the general public that the HydroGeologic Munitions Team will be conducting WWII live ordnance detonation at Saipan Marpi Blow Pit on Dec. 22, 2021 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The general location of this activity will be at Marpi Blow Pit within 500 feet radius on all quadrants to 2,500 feet above sea level.
“We would like to inform the general public that the Marpi Road will be closed from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the duration of this operation.”
In addition, Marpi Landfill, Banzai Cliff, Suicide Cliff, and Grotto will be closed for the duration of this operation.
Due to the danger imposed by these activities, Gov. Ralph DLG Torres is strongly advising the general public, especially fishermen, commercial pilots and marine tour operators, to stay away from these areas during the time and date indicated.
For more information, contact the CNMI Emergency Operation Center-State Warning Point at 237-8000, VHF marine channel 16 or HF Single Side Band Radio on 5.205.0.
