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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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U.S. Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith Visits Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South

Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South leaders stand at ease as they await the arrival of the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, July 17, 2025. Gen. Eric Smith visited New Orleans to recognize the Marines and staff that dedicate their time and efforts to support the MARFORRES and MARFORSOUTH missions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus)
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Tags: MarForRes, Marines, usmc, marforsouth, 39th Commandant
Photo by: Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus |  VIRIN: 250717-M-UQ888-1002.JPG
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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...