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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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Sgt. Steven M. Holmes, a Small Craft Mechanic with 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company, 4th Marine Division, demonstrates the capabilities of a F470 Combat Rubber Raiding Craft engine at McCrady Training Center, South Carolina, Sept. 18, 2018. Reserve and active duty Marines and Sailors from Marine Forces North and Marine Forces Reserve are poised to support the Department of Defense in their efforts to provide FEMA with unique capabilities resident in their inventory. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andy O. Martinez)
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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...