Road Safety Reminder for the week of August 24 - 30, 2026

Skids on Slippery Surfaces

To prevent skidding on slippery surfaces:

• Slow down as you approach intersections and curves. For sharp curves, slow down as you approach and move through.

• Avoid fast turns and quick stops.

• Shift to low gear before going down a steep hill.

• Avoid areas like wet leaves, oil, or standing water.

If you start to skid, follow these steps:

• Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator.

• Do not use the brakes.

• Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

• Try to get a wheel on dry pavement.

According to Guam's Traffic Violation Bureau's (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule

Guam Construction Update for the week of August 24 - 30, 2026

Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.

Islandwide Primary Roads Paving and Pavement Markings TO-4 Route 10

Construction activities will continue along Route 10 from August 24, 2026 – August 30, 2026. Contractor crews will be working at various locations within the intersection throughout the week. Intermittent lane closures in both directions are expected during work hours:

• Monday to Saturday, August 24, 2026 – August 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Loop Sensor installation and Striping and Marker installation at the Corten Torres/Route 10 intersection

  • Loop Sensor installation at the Route 4/Route 10 intersection

  • Striping and Marker installation at Route 10/Route 32 intersection

• Sunday, August 30, 2026, No Work Scheduled

Motorists are advised to expect traffic delays and plan their travel time accordingly. Please use alternate routes and follow posted detour signs. Reduce speed and comply with posted limits when passing through the work zone. Remain alert for uneven pavement surfaces and temporary steel plates, and proceed with caution at all times.

Islandwide Safety Improvement on Primary Roads (Striping and Marking) TO-03 - Route 1, from Route 27 to AAFB

Construction activities will continue along Route 1, from August 24, 2026 to August 30, 2026. Contractor crews will be working at various locations along this area of Route 1 throughout the week and intermittent lane closures in both directions are expected during work hours:

• Monday to Friday August 24, 2026 to August 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, (between Juan Jacinto to Anderson Air Force Base), Install pavement markings and markers.

• Saturday, August 29, 2026, No Work Scheduled

• Sunday, August 30, 2026, No Work Scheduled

Islandwide Accessibility Accommodation and Drainage Improvements

Construction activities will continue along Route 16 from August 24, 2026 – August 30, 2026. Contractor crews will be working on the sidewalk by the northern entrance to the Ben N' Yan's building throughout the week. Access at this area will be limited to entrance only. Exiting vehicles and pedestrians will be directed to the southern gate. Working hours:

• Monday to Friday August 24, 2026 to August 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Saturday, August 29, 2026, No Work Scheduled

• Sunday, August 30, 2026, No Work Scheduled

Route 17 Cross Island Road Improvements – Santa Rita/Yona

There are no scheduled road construction activities along Route 17 this week. Construction activities are anticipated to resume in approximately two weeks.

An updated traffic advisory will be provided once the contractor's work schedule is confirmed.

Motorists are encouraged to continue exercising caution while traveling through the project limits.

• Monday-Sunday, August 24 to August 30, 2026, No Work