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'Strongest Storm On Planet' Targets US Territory

April 13, 2026

The strongest tropical system of the year, Super Typhoon Sinlaku, underwent rapid intensification Sunday in the Pacific Ocean. The storm is moving toward Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands with wind speeds of 175 mph. This Category 5 storm could bring damaging winds and storm surge to the islands. Here’s the latest.