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    DEFENSE PREPAREDNESS

    Defense Preparedness

    Defense Preparedness    

    Preparedness is essential at all levels within the Department's workforce to support the U. S. Government's preparations for, and responses to, a wide range of security threats and hazards at home and abroad. A well-prepared and resilient workforce enhances the Department's ability to carry out its vital national security and warfighting missions.

    68 Featured Videos

    U.S., Japan practice emergency response near Southern Japan coast

    U.S., Japan practice emergency response...
    01.22.25 | Sgt Samantha Rodriguez | 1MAW
    U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Airmen with the 353rd Special Operations Wing, and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel practice the...
    U.S., Japan train mass casualty training response off Southern Japan coast

    U.S., Japan train mass casualty training...
    01.22.25 | Sgt Samantha Rodriguez | 1MAW
    U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Airmen with the 353rd Special Operations Wing, and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel practice the...
    Preppin' With Pete - What To Do In An Earthquake

    Preppin' With Pete - What To Do In An...
    10.17.24 | Peter Clute | NUWCDivisionKeyport
    Preppin' with Pete: Plan. Prevent. Protect. In this video we explore what to do in an earthquake. More resources touched on in this...
    LTG Graham visits TF Castle

    LTG Graham visits TF Castle
    10.09.24 | Ernest Henry | USACE-WD
    Lt. Gen. William Graham, 56th chief of engineers and commanding general of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, spent time with TF Castle in Western...
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    812 Featured Images

    Hurricane TTX

    Hurricane TTX
    06.03.25 | Paul Lara | FB
    Jerome Deniz, Fort Belvoir Garrison emergency manager, center, discusses next steps with representatives from DPTMS, Safety Fire and Safety...
    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2

    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2
    06.03.25 | SrA Amelio Brown | 22ARWPA
    Airman Daniel Matar and Airman 1st Class Adam Moster, 22nd Medical Group bioenvironmental engineers, open a water sample kit at McConnell Air...
    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2

    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2
    06.03.25 | SrA Amelio Brown | 22ARWPA
    Maj. Philicia Geiser, 22nd Medical Group bioenvironmental engineering flight commander, discusses the use of an air quality device with Airman...
    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2

    Test 1, 2, test 1, 2
    06.03.25 | SrA Amelio Brown | 22ARWPA
    22nd Medical Group bioenvironmental engineers, 22nd Civil Engineer squadron electrical engineers, and civilian contractors work together at...
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    73 Featured Stories

    Charleston first sergeant leads with purpose and inspires growth

    Charleston first sergeant leads with...
    04.10.25 | AB Nahaku Takahashi | JBCPAO
    Fueled by the people who support her, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Iris Bias, reciprocates that compassion and encouragement as she leads alongside...
    Tornado Season: Be Prepared, Not Scared

    Tornado Season: Be Prepared, Not Scared
    03.24.25 | A1C Paula Arce | 22ARWPA
    MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan.-- As winter fades, the reality of tornado season sets in. In Kansas, tornado season runs from March through June,...
    NSA Bahrain Recognizes National Preparedness Month

    NSA Bahrain Recognizes National...
    09.15.24 | Courtesy Story | USNSA-B
    September is National Preparedness Month, a time when people across the country are encouraged to pause and consider their plans for emergencies...
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    18 Featured Audio

    Disaster Preparedness Month part #2
    09.17.24 | PO2 Riley McDowell | AFN-Sasebo
    240917-N-OH637-0002 SASEBO, Japan (September 17, 2024) A radio interview for AFN Sasebo, the Eagle, to promote "Disaster Preparedness Month"...

    Disaster Preparedness Month part #1
    09.17.24 | PO2 Riley McDowell | AFN-Sasebo
    240917-N-OH637-0001 SASEBO, Japan (September 17, 2024) A radio interview for AFN Sasebo, the Eagle, to promote "Disaster Preparedness Month"...

    Misawa Radio Report - Mass Casualty...
    03.27.24 | SrA Emilee Darden | AFN-M
    Members of the 35th Fighter Wing participated in a mass casualty exercise as a part of Exercise Beverly Sunrise 24-04, March 27.

    Misawa Radio Report - Non-Combatant...
    03.25.24 | SrA Emilee Darden | AFN-M
    Service Members and their families gathered at the Misawa Club for a simulated Non-Combatant Evacuation Order as a part of Exercise Beverly...
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    4 Featured Graphics

    2023 Hurricane Season Preparedness Infographic

    2023 Hurricane Season Preparedness...
    07.01.25 | SrA Zachary Nordheim | 325FWPA
    Tropical storms and hurricanes pack deadly potential. Knowing what to do before, during and after the storm will allow you to protect yourself,...
    Hurricane Preparedness: Safety Tips

    Hurricane Preparedness: Safety Tips
    06.25.25 | Porsha Auzenne | FP-PAO
    Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. As Fort Johnson continues to take precautions to keep Soldiers, civilians and Families safe,...
    Hurricane Preparedness: Stay Informed

    Hurricane Preparedness: Stay Informed
    06.25.25 | Porsha Auzenne | FP-PAO
    Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. As Fort Johnson continues to take precautions to keep Soldiers, civilians and Families safe,...
    Emergency Management in business of preparedness

    Emergency Management in business of...
    02.16.23 | Courtesy Graphics | USACEND
    The business of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is preparedness. A dedicated emergency management team plays an important role...
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