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Tinian – Typhoon Sinlaku Recovery Efforts LANDFILL OPERATIONS UPDATEThe Office of the Mayor hereby informs the general public that the Tinian Landfill is currently accepting household waste ONLY. At this time, the landfill will NOT accept the following materials:• Metal• Electronics• Construction and demolition debris• Lumber• White goods (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, etc.) GREEN WASTE SITEThe…

On Thursday, April 23, 2026, Mayor Edwin P. Aldan, together with Phillip Long, Frederick Delacruz, Ignacio Kiyoshi, and Mario Cruz, met with representatives from Samaritan’s Purse to assess the needs of the island of Tinian following the impacts of Typhoon Sinlaku. This collaborative effort is an important step toward identifying priority areas for assistance and…

COTA Service Update as of April 23, 2026 – Recovery Operations Ongoing The Commonwealth Office of Transit Authority (COTA) remains activated in support of CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management, assisting with shelter transportation and other essential transit needs during recovery. COTA is proud to announce that since activation, COTA has transported over 190 shelterees,…

FEMA arrived on Monday, April 20, 2026, with relief supplies for Tinian — including 12 pallets of bottled water and 8 pallets of MREs. Distribution is currently being organized. Please stay tuned for further updates.

THE Public School System will begin site inspections of all school facilities across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota this week as it moves into the recovery phase following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Commissioner of Education Dr. Lawrence F. Camacho said the school district aims to complete its initial campus assessments within the week, laying the groundwork for…

📢 TRANSIT UPDATE – APRIL 21 COTA services remain limited as recovery continues after Typhoon Sinlaku. 🚌 Tinian Call-A-Ride is operating for essential trips only (medical visits, prescriptions, appointments). 🚫 Fixed routes remain suspended until roads are safe. Service is prioritized based on need and road conditions.For assistance or reservations, call 670-236-2686. Thank you for your patience…

On April 19, Mayor Edwin P. Aldan, Senate President Karl King-Nabors, 24th TALD Chairman Senator Jude U. Hofschneider, Tinian Mayor’s Office Chief of Staff Allen Perez, CBMA Representative Frederick Dela Cruz and Tinian Health Center Resident Director Keith Nabors met with Governor David M. Apatang,  FEMA Region IX Administrator Robert J. Fenton Jr., Commander of…

 🚨 Public Advisory – No Open Burning 🚨 The Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (DFEMS) is advising that ALL OPEN BURNING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED until further notice. Due to dry conditions, limited water supply, and increased fire risk, any open burning can quickly lead to dangerous wildfires. This includes:• Trash burning• Yard waste burning•…

📢 Tinian Typhoon Sinlaku Recovery UpdateAs our community continues recovery efforts following Typhoon Sinlaku, the Tinian Mayor’s Office is providing the latest resource update to assist residents with essential services currently available: 🛒 Grocery Stores (Open & Operating):A list of stores that are currently open and restocked to support household needs. 🍽️ Restaurants (Limited Operations):Select restaurants have…