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Defense Logistics Agency’s efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy

Story by Sgt. Ferdinand Detres | 10th Press Camp Headquarters | Date: 11.10.2012

In the wake of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Sandy, the Defense Logistics Agency is diligently working with federal and local authorities of the states of New York and New Jersey to provide fuel,... Read More

Mission not impossible: responding to disaster

Story by Andrew Kornacki | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District | Date: 10.10.2012

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District is part of a broad Planning and Response Team, a special team of individuals who respond to disasters like flooding and hurricanes within days of the end of a... Read More

Disaster Response Exercise and Exchange brings together experts to share knowledge and experience

Story by Staff Sgt. Richard Colletta | U.S. Army, Pacific, Public Affairs Office | Date: 09.25.2012

What would happen if a 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near a major population center causing buildings to collapse with roads blocked by debris, communications systems down all while the power is out, and... Read More

Disaster Management experts gather in Bangladesh for third annual 'Pacific Resilience'

Story by Staff Sgt. Richard Colletta | U.S. Army, Pacific, Public Affairs Office | Date: 09.17.2012

The U.S. Army, Pacific (USARPAC) and the Bangladesh Armed Forces Division began their third annual Pacific Resilience Disaster Response Exercise and Exchange Sept. 17, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Read More

Joint Base Commander thanks team for outstanding storm recovery effort; Asks for more help

Story by Joseph P Cirone | Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling | Date: 07.02.2012

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Commander, Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra, issued a statement today expressing thanks for the cooperation of all JBAB residents and personnel during the weekend’s devastating storm. Read More