Typhoon aftermath hits the CNMI: wrecked ships, six missing crew near Saipan after a brutal Pacific storm. CNMI is a U.S. commonwealth of 14 northern islands.
Super Typhoon Sinlaku has been impacting the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam, with sustained winds reaching 150-175 mph. The storm is causing widespread damage, flooding, and power outages. Authorities are warning residents to shelter in place as the storm continues to move slowly, with conditions expected to worsen overnight.
The U.S.-registered cargo vessel Mariana has capsized northeast of Saipan after suffering engine failure during Typhoon Sinlaku. Search efforts are ongoing, with multiple agencies involved, as heavy weather has delayed rescue operations. The ship's crew remains unaccounted for, and authorities are gathering information on the incident. Today's date is Mon, 20 Apr 2026.
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the active search for the six missing crew of the Mariana, a U.S.-registered dry cargo vessel, after the ship suffered engine failure during Super Typhoon Sinlaku and later overturned near the Northern Mariana Islands. One body has been recovered; weather and sea conditions hindered efforts.