Baldyga called the attack "an isolated incident, " albeit one that has greatly shaken those on the island, be they residents or tourists.

CNN: Knife-wielding attacker kills at least 2, wounds 11 on Guam

"(This) represents the worst tragedy that this island has seen in many decades, " said Mark Baldyga, chairman of the Guam Visitors Bureau board.

CNN: Knife-wielding attacker kills at least 2, wounds 11 on Guam

"The safety of our visitors and local community is a top priority, and we will continue to provide one of the safest visitor destinations in the world, " Baldyga said.

CNN: Knife-wielding attacker kills at least 2, wounds 11 on Guam