Oct. 22, 2024 DOD remains engaged in hurricane response, recovery efforts The Defense Department continues to be engaged with interagency partners in support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the White House, state and local governments, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.
Oct. 7, 2024 DOD increases support for Hurricane Helene response efforts The Defense Department is continuing to increase its support for local, state and federal emergency responders in a massive effort to bring relief to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Oct. 1, 2024 Troops rescue hundreds in Helene aftermath More than 5,900 National Guardsmen from multiple states rescued hundreds of people and cleared roads across the Southeast in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
Sept. 27, 2024 DOD supporting Tropical Storm Helene response efforts The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration also warned of "historic, catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding as Helene continues along its path.
Sept. 25, 2024 Eglin moves to mission essential posture for hurricane Most operations and services will be closed or impacted.
June 1, 2024 Hurricane season begins 2024 hurricane season brings the possibility of severe weather hazards.
Oct. 18, 2023 Five years after Michael: ‘We’ve all been working through some huge hurdles’ Five years ago, Dan Gerdes and his family went to bed after preparing for what they expected to be a Category 3 hurricane. They woke up to the news that Hurricane Michael was quickly approaching and would be bigger and more dangerous than anyone had predicted.
Aug. 29, 2023 Florida National Guard activated as Hurricane Idalia approaches The Florida National Guard has been fully activated with a mobilization of over 3,000 guardsmen in position across the state for Hurricane Idalia preparedness and response efforts, Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.