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HURRICANE IRMA

This page archives news and photos from the Hurricane Irma response in 2017. It highlights MARFORRES support for disaster relief, showcasing readiness and assistance to civilian authorities.

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U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 234, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, and Marine Wing Support Squadron 473, 4th MAW, MARFORRES, did their part following the storm conducting refueling and resupply missions to Marathon, Florida, in wake of Hurricane Irma to aid and assist the affected areas of the Florida Keys, beginning on Sept. 10, 2017.

 

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NBA All-Star Game

U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Bryan Battaglia, 2nd Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is honored during the National Anthem at the NBA All-Star Game inside the Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, La., Feb. 16, 2014. The Armed Forces community had the opportunity to participate in the 2014 NBA All-Star Weekend to highlight the military presence in the New Orleans area and support community outreach events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mackenzie Schlueter/Released)
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Marine Forces Reserve units contribute to hurricane relief efforts
As states across the southeast began to deal with the blow of Hurricane Irma, which destroyed homes and left millions without power, Americans once again proved their ability to come together in the...