Tropical Storm Watch

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 11 feet expected. For the Tropical Storm Watch, west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 40 kt possible if Typhoon Saudel takes an unexpected westward wobble.

* WHERE...Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 5 PM ChST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Typhoon Saudel (17W) is making its approach toward the Marianas, with a storm track across the far northern Marianas. Seas will remain hazardous to small craft this evening as winds increase to 25 kt with combined seas of 8 to 11 feet through Sunday afternoon. Tropical storm force winds of 34 to 63 kt are only possible if there is a significant westward shift in the track of Typhoon Saudel early this morning.