Story by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Carranza | 403rd Wing | 12.02.2019
The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron is assigned to the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. It is the only Department of Defense unit that conducts aircraft reconnaissance missions into severe tropical weather during the hurricane season, which is June 1 through Nov. 30. This season the Hurricane Hunters flew more than 684 hours, totaling 80......
Story by Capt. Jessica Donnelly | South Carolina National Guard | 09.05.2019
COLUMBIA, S.C. – As South Carolina prepares for the impact of Hurricane Dorian, the South Carolina National Guard is staged and ready to respond in support of civilian authorities in the aftermath of the storm along the coastal area of the state, Sept. 5, 2019....
Story by Senior Master Sgt. Edward Snyder | South Carolina National Guard | 09.04.2019
MCENTIRE JOINT NATIONAL GUARD BASE, S.C. – Anticipating the potential for damaging winds and spin-off tornadoes caused by Hurricane Dorian, the South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing is evacuating most of its F-16 fighter jet fleet, September 4 to Naval Air Station Fort Worth, Texas....
Story by Capt. Jessica Donnelly | South Carolina National Guard | 09.03.2019
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A hurricane looms in the ocean, threatening to make landfall. The South Carolina governor declares a state of emergency in preparation for the storm. The South Carolina National Guard answers the call to support the citizens in this time of need. Who ensures service members’ Families have the support they need during this time? This is the role of the South Carolina......
Story by Capt. Jessica Donnelly | South Carolina National Guard | 09.01.2019
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from units across the state prepare to respond as needed Sept. 1, 2019, in support of the potential impact of Hurricane Dorian to the state....
