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    Indiana National Guard answer governor's call to assist in storm relief efforts [Image 5 of 8]

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    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are conducting what appears to be a sling load or helicopter external lift operation in a paved area. The central soldier is giving a hand signal with one arm extended, wearing protective goggles and gloves, while holding a cable or static line. Large white bulk cargo bags are visible on the left side of the frame.

    CARMEL, INDIANA, UNITED STATES

    08.19.2026

    Photo by Spc. Alexander Jensen 

    Indiana National Guard Headquarters

    Indiana National Guard Soldiers from the 38th Combat Aviation Brigade prepare a sling-load to drop 2,000-pound sandbags from a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter to create a secondary dam protecting critical infrastructure in Carmel, Indiana, Aug. 19, 2026. The National Guard responded at the order of Gov. Mike Braun following a devastating storm that damaged homes, blocked roadways and left tens-of-thousands without power for days. (Indiana National Guard photo by Spc. Alexander Jensen)

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    Date Taken: 08.19.2026
    Date Posted: 08.25.2026 10:06
    Photo ID: 9885541
    VIRIN: 260819-Z-DP756-1004
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 4.8 MB
    Location: CARMEL, INDIANA, US
    Web Views: 2
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    Indiana National Guard answer governor's call to assist in storm relief efforts
    Indiana National Guard answer governor's call to assist in storm relief efforts
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are conducting what appears to be a sling load or helicopter external lift operation in a paved area. The central soldier is giving a hand signal with one arm extended, wearing protective goggles and gloves, while holding a cable or static line. Large white bulk cargo bags are visible on the left side of the frame.
    Two soldiers in U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms and helmets are handling a fuel hose or sling load hook on a paved surface while a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter hovers at low altitude nearby. The scene appears to depict a forward area refueling point (FARP) or sling load training exercise. Ropes and rigging equipment are visible on the ground around them.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are working beneath a military helicopter, handling what appears to be a cargo hook or sling load attachment system. A third soldier is visible from the waist down standing on top of or inside the aircraft. The scene appears to be a field training exercise involving helicopter sling load operations.
    A military aviator or crew member in full combat gear and flight helmet is climbing onto or inspecting the exterior of a military helicopter, likely a UH-60 Black Hawk. The individual is wearing multicam/OCP camouflage uniform and appears to be conducting a pre-flight or post-flight inspection. The image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the scale of the aircraft and the crew member's activity.

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    Indiana National Guard, Operation Iron Stream, National Guard Bureau, Disaster Response

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