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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.

    71 Featured Videos

    Outlaw Shield 2025

    Outlaw Shield 2025
    11.07.25 | A1C Nahaku Takahashi | JBCPAO
    U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron participated in a week-long Outlaw Shield exercise at Joint Base Charleston, South...
    Earthquake and Tsunami PSA

    Earthquake and Tsunami PSA
    07.29.25 | Sgt Mitchell Johnson | MC-J
    Members living in Japan are reminded to stay vigilant for potential earthquakes and tsunamis.
    Understanding the Hurricane Cone of Uncertainty

    Understanding the Hurricane Cone of...
    07.16.25 | A1C Amanda Alvarez | 325FWPA
    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Madison McCray, 325th Operational Support Squadron weather journeyman, explains the cone of uncertainty as part of a...
    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...
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    851 Featured Images

    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons

    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons
    12.12.25 | Kemberly Groue | 81TRW
    U.S. Airmen participate in the Clash of the Dragons at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Dec. 12, 2025. The grappling tournament, hosted by...
    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons

    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons
    12.12.25 | Kemberly Groue | 81TRW
    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Troy Stanley, 85th EIS radar airfield weather systems team chief, and Senior Airman Alexander McMarus-Hecht, 81st...
    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons

    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons
    12.12.25 | Kemberly Groue | 81TRW
    U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Ryan Farley, 479th Flying Training Group student, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida, and Airman 1st Class Angel Arias,...
    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons

    Airmen grapple in Clash of the Dragons
    12.12.25 | Kemberly Groue | 81TRW
    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devon Jones, 81st Security Forces Squadron police services, updates the bracket during the Clash of the Dragons at...
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    74 Featured Stories

    Preparedness Through Partnership

    Preparedness Through Partnership
    07.16.25 | Ernest Henry | USACE-WD
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District hosted a tabletop exercise July 16th at John H. Kerr Dam, bringing together Dominion Energy,...
    'In omnia paratus': CFAS Sailor saves a life

    'In omnia paratus': CFAS Sailor saves a life
    05.12.25 | PO1 Kristen Yarber | CFA-S
    Master-at-Arms 1st Class Guillermo Gutierrez, a Sailor assigned to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS), saved the life of an infant during...
    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,...
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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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    5 Featured Graphics

    National Preparedness Month
    08.12.25 | A1C Patrick ONeill | 22ARWPA
    This graphic honors National Preparedness Month at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. National Preparedness Month, in September, encourages people...

    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
    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
    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,...
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