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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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C Co, 4th AAV Bn Welcome Home Reception

GALVESTON, Texas – U.S. Marines with Charlie Company, 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, return to their unit to greet friends and families at the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Center, Galveston, Texas, Sept. 3, 2017, after several days of search and rescues operations in immediate response to Hurricane Harvey. Charlie Company spent the week assisting in disaster relief efforts with the Galveston Fire Department, rescuing over 300 people, executing multiple medical evacuations, and delivering supplies. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Imari J. Dubose)
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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...