Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Vol. 6, No. 21
Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!
Friday, June 5, 2015
Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins June 1 - November 30
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As the new month begins, so does the Atlantic hurricane season. The season, which runs from June 1 to November 30, is predicted to be “below average” this year due to a strong El Niño over the Pacific. The National Weather Service has predicted six to 11 named storms. For a tracking chart and more information on hurricanes, see Pages 5-7.
Eleven Sailors selected for advancement to senior chief petty officer
From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Eleven Sailors assigned to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., have been selected for advancement to the rank of senior chief petty officer. Sailors selected for advancement are:
Naval Health Clinic Charleston HMCS(FMF) James Smith Naval Nuclear Power Training Command EMCS(SS) Donte T. Polson EMCS(SW/AW) Joshua B. Smith ETCS(SW) Ronald D. Evans ETCS(SS) Stephen C. Geis
ETCS(SS) Steven J. Ralph MMCS(SW/AW) Robert A. Jones MMCS(SS) Jonathan D. Labreche Nuclear Power Training Unit MMCS(SW) Kerry Claiborne EMCS(SW) Frank Kappler MMCS(SW/AW) Christopher Smith
AIR MOBILITY COMMAND: 23 Years of Global Reach for America From Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – Recently Air Mobility Command celebrated 23 years of unrivaled Global Reach, with a rich heritage dating back decades. A new era in air power history began when AMC was born at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. June 1, 1992, after the Military Airlift Command and the Strategic Air Command were inactivated. Elements of those two organizations, MAC's worldwide airlift system and SAC's KC-10 and KC-135 tanker force, combined to form AMC. The new command was assigned approximately 155,035 military and civilian personnel, including 85,765 active duty, 46,561 Air Force reservists, and 22,709 Air National Guard men and women. Today, more than 118,000 active-duty, Air National
Guard, Air Force Reserve Command and Department of Defense civilians make AMC's unrivaled global mobility operations possible. For 23 years, AMC Airmen have played a key role in the nation's most notable warfighting operations in Afghanistan and Iraq; peacekeeping missions and operational efforts in Bosnia, Somalia, Rwanda and East Timor and Libya; and humanitarian response in Turkey, Honduras, Afghanistan, Haiti, and most recently, Nepal. Mobility Airmen have become the heart of rapid global mobility - putting the "global" in Global Vigilance, Global Reach, and Global Power for America. (Kathy Gunn, Air Mobility Wing History Office, contributed to this article.)
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman First Class Jeffrey Allen
INSIDE
Private First Class Monday of the 24th Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Georgia, waits to load his Bradley M2-A2 fighting vehicles onto a C-5 Galaxy Oct. 7, 1993. The C-5 transported transport the M2-A2s from Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia to Mogadishu, Somalia in support of Operation RESTORE HOPE. During the operation, Air Mobility Command airlifters delivered food, medicine, logistical support and other cargo to Somalia, while AMC tankers built an “airbridge” over the Atlantic to keep supplies flowing.
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CCAF honors graduating Airmen
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Air Mobility Command was created on June 1, 1992, when the Military Airlift Command and Strategic Air Command were inactivated. Elements of those two organizations, MAC's worldwide airlift system and SAC's KC-10 and KC-135 tanker force, combined to form AMC.
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Richard T. Kaminski/
Cargo is off-loaded from a U.S. Air Force C-141B Starlifter parked on a runway of ice at McMurdo Base, Antarctica, Sept. 30, 1997. The Starlifter was deployed to Christchurch, New Zealand, from the 62nd Airlift Wing, McChord Air Force Base, Wash. in support of Operation DEEP FREEZE, a combined military operation conducted by U.S. military and the New Zealand Defence Forces. Mobility Airmen have participated in Operation DEEP FREEZE every year since 1956.
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U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Efrain Gonzalez
A C-17 Globemaster III comes to life on the ramp at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, as its crew prepares for a mission to Tiranë, Albania, April 11, 1999. Operation SUSTAIN HOPE was a U.S. effort to bring humanitarian aid and establish camps for the refugees fleeing from the Former Republic of Yugoslavia into Albania and Macedonia. The C-17 Globemasters deployed from the 437th Airlift Wing, Charleston Air Force Base, S.C.
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The commander’s (and our) inspection program By Col. Jimmy Canlas 437th Airlift Wing vice commander
Just before the Memorial Day weekend, members across Joint Base Charleston participated in Exercise Crescent Reach in which the 437th and 315th Airlift Wings, together with the 628th Air Base Wing, tested their ability to deploy tasked personnel, generate and launch a large C-17 formation, in this case 15 aircraft, and to operate and survive in a contaminated environment. This was not done "just because we could," rather it was part of a larger picture, the Commander's Inspection Program, or CCIP. A few years ago, the Air Force changed the way units were to be evaluated. Known as the Air Force Inspection System, it quickly brought new acronyms and words into our vernacular, such as MGAs, WIT, MICT, IGEMS, verticals, and horizontals. Perhaps the biggest visible change to the inspection system is we are continually reporting and assessing, and being evaluated as a "photo album" (aka Unit Effectiveness Inspection) rather than a single snap shot (aka the old ORI). During Crescent Reach, Air Mobility Command inspectors had the first peek into our
areas, acknowledge the "red,", album by providing an external and reward finding the "red." We look at our CCIP as they conneed the innovative spirit of ducted a mid-term UEI visit. Airmen to bring creative soluThough the CCIP is only one tions to the table to "green up" aspect of the AFIS, one can the red to ensure units can easily make the case that it is accomplish their assigned misthe most important. This is sion. In the end, this should be a because the CCIP is a continupart of our daily habit patterns so ous internal look at ourselves to that non-compliance can be disdetect non-compliance and covered on any given day, and identify areas of improvement not on inspection day. in accordance with the wing We all have an important role commander's priorities. It to play, and that role should not allows us to look in the mirror be taken lightly. One does not every day and give an honest Col. Jimmy Canlas 437th Airlift Wing vice commander have to be a WIT member to assessment of where we are as point out problems or identify Airmen, as a unit, and as a wing. In other words, it is an opportunity to clean non-compliance. Each of us is empowered to do that every time we show up to work – from the up our house before the maid shows up. wing commander down to our youngest Airman. However, don't be misled by the name of the Through this, we can create an environment of program. Sure, the commander owns the procompliance and foster an atmosphere of continugram, but each and every Airman owns a large ous improvement that is ingrained into our daily stake in this process. Commanders are counting battle rhythm. So the CCIP must go beyond on Airmen to provide honest assessments and for being a commander's program... it must be OUR "tell-it-like-it-is" reporting – particularly on areas program. of improvement. We need to identify the "red"
Time management; one of the keys to success By Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner Joint Base Charleston command master chief
and responsibility go together. I feel it is my responsibility to make deadlines to ensure that junior folks are given every tool and option they need to succeed. Timeliness is usually a simple Likewise, those up the thing to manage. However, it chain of command seems these days it is getting deserve to receive whatharder and harder to attend all of ever documents or the meetings and accomplish all reports on time, so they of the other tasks being required have the information of us. According to Merriamavailable to make qualiWebster, timeliness is "the quality ty decisions. or habit of arriving or being ready I had a fellow comon time." To me, this means mand master chief who showing up for meetings on time had a unique way of and making deadlines for submithandling disciplinary ting paperwork (such as EPR, issues. He would talk to evaluations, awards, etc...). those who had commitPersonally, I like the old adage, Command Master Chief Joseph Gardner ted an offense. He "On time is early; late is on Joint Base Charleston command master chief would always start off time." So far, it has worked for by asking what they had to provide to the bigme for the last 27 years. Don't get me wrong, I ger picture and what the offenses committed have been late to a few meetings but there haven't been that many throughout my career. As meant to their family name. The anonymous poem below puts this in perspective: I sit here typing, I can only think of one time in the late 80's when I woke up late and thought I You got it from your father was going to miss morning muster. I called the It was all he had to give ship but still actually made it in time for muster. So it's yours to use and cherish As a senior enlisted leader, I believe timeliness
For as long as you may live If you lost the watch he gave you It can always be replaced; But a black mark on your name Can never be erased
It was clean the day you took it And a worthy name to bear When he got it from his father There was no dishonor there
So make sure you guard it wisely After all is said and done You'll be glad the name is spotless When you give it to your son or daughter
The way I see it, if you are always late or cannot make deadlines, how does that make you and your squadron or department look? I understand there are times when deadlines cannot be met or there are legitimate reasons for being late but the responsible thing to do in these cases is to let your leadership and teammates know and gain agreement in advance. Maybe I am just getting old or missed something in the grand scheme of life, but I like to think that when my time comes to retire, I have at least upheld my family name and my end of
The “Little Blue Book;” still provides the words to serve by By Lt. Col. Warren Brainard 628th Security Forces Squadron commander
A few weeks ago, base shred day encouraged me to do a bit of spring cleaning. That's when I ran across my original copy of the Air Force "Little Blue Book" I received as a lieutenant in 1997. Thumbing through the yellowed pages reminded me of three powerful core values that inspired me and thousands of other Airmen to uphold a standard of conduct as part of a "Profession of Arms". It also helped me recall and admire the numerous noncommissioned officers who, over the course of my career, demonstrated these core values and taught me what to expect as the bedrock standard from my Air Force family. Most people already know what Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do mean. However, when the original blue book was published, many asked why we needed to write down what was already expected in our oath and actions as professional Airmen? General Ronald Fogleman, the Air Force's fifteenth Chief of Staff, is credited with creating the original "Little Blue Book" in the wake of several Air Force ethical and moral challenges. He recently stated the primary reason he did it was so "You can remember them ... and that they (core values) are the price of admission to the Air Force itself." According to the original "Little Blue Book," the core values are intended to inspire us to do our very best at all times. They are our common bond among all Airmen and a unifying force that helps keep our ethical compass pointed in the proper direction. Core values drive us to make moral and ethical decisions as an integral part of the way we live and work. The Core Values are more than minimum standards. They remind us what it takes to get the mission done. The "Little Blue Book" has grown over the years into an official instruction (AFI 1-1) on Air Force Standards. However, the Core Values, as fundamental principles, remain relevant today because they are timeless truths tying us to a proud and honorable heritage. They remind us of the importance of the profession we have chosen, the oath we have taken and the demands placed
upon us as members of a profession of arms. A recent report by the Army on ethics and values indicated that soldiers entering the service in recent years often belong to a "generation" of enlistees who hold values and beliefs that sometimes diverge from traditional military norms. The report suggests some ambiguity in values is instilled as a result of trolling social media sites and participating in violent online video games. The authors suggest that in the virtual world, many service members believe it is acceptable to act in any way they wish because their actions don't result in negative consequences for which they may be held responsible. Over time, these beliefs can collide with military ethics when faced with tough values choices in the "real world." While gaming technology has become a major entertainment venue and our ability to communicate instantaneous, I'd argue the attitude exhibited by these young service members is nothing new. What is new perhaps is a fresh pretext to rationalize why someone failed to uphold the core values as part of a shared obligation to protect and defend our country. I believe most people realize that unlike the virtual world, failing to adhere to the core values in the physical world carries tangible, if not catastrophic, consequences. All of us have heard about recent ethical failures and scandals across the military--officers and NCOs cheating on tests, mishandling classified materials, cutting corners in training and certifications, abuse of authority, preying on recruits, dishonest travel voucher reimbursements and failing to properly account for government property. It is apparent that these damaging incidents didn't just happen in isolation and they weren't always caused by immoral people acting only on impulse. Anyone with the slightest unease about how these failures occurred might ask: Why? How can Airmen who call themselves members of a Profession of Arms not be troubled by this trend? Frequently, the people involved knew the difference between right and wrong and they knew what being a professional Airman demands in these situations. Yet, they chose to ignore their obligation to act honorably or to step in and stop it. Nearly 20 years ago the "Little Blue Book"
noted that all too often, breakdowns of the core values have grown out of a climate of "ethical corrosion." Over time this corrosion decays loyalty to standards because we believe our operating procedures or the duties levied upon us from headquarters are outdated, silly or pointless. There is an impulse to cut corners, pencil whip a certification or simply ignore rules when we place our personal desires ahead of the rules or the mission. This produces a culture where these actions become easier and habitual until one day we wake up and can no longer distinguish between important rules and rules considered trivial. Hence, cutting corners and fudging the rules becomes second nature allowing an environment where it becomes an accepted practice. It creates a climate of mediocrity which permits the erosion of duty, honor and respect. Placing personal interests and needs ahead of our mission and our teammates then appears reasonable when in reality it hurts our people, our Air Force and ultimately our nation. The "Little Blue Book" is still our basic guide to the core values. It is still relevant if you have the desire to understand and live by it. In the end, each person has to choose the values they want to live by. As General Fogleman noted; "the Air Force is not a social action agency. It's not an employment agency. We are professional Airmen entrusted with the security of our nation. Because of what we do, our standards must be higher than those of society at large. The American public expects it of us. In the end, we earn the respect and trust of the American people because of the integrity we demonstrate." Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do. The price of admission to our Air Force is our three Core Values. Living by them provides priceless benefits to our people and our nation. Today the Core Values endure and are taught to all during Basic Military Training – from then on we strive to live them every day in all we do – on or off-duty. Ultimately, service as an Airman entails commitment to standards and values - the three Core Values are what being an Airman all is about and is what distinguishes our service as a true "profession of arms."
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17th Airlift Squadron: A Look Back
17th AS named AMC Airlift Squadron of the Year By Airman 1st Class Sonny Cohrs 437th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Editor's Note: As the 437th Airlift Wing gears up to inactivate the 17th Airlift Squadron, we hope you enjoy the walk down memory lane with us as we reprint stories that highlight the achievements of the Air Force's first operational C-17 squadron. This week's article was first printed in the April 25, 1997 edition of the Airlift Dispatch. The 17th Airlift Squadron has been awarded the Gen. Joseph Smith trophy and was named as the Air Mobility
Command Airlift Squadron of the Year for 1996. "I think part of the reason we won is because we're the first operational C-17 squadron in the world," said Maj. Fred Cianciolo, operations officer and acting squadron commander. "That in itself brings high visibility missions for the squadron as well as the wing." Living up to their motto of, "Anything, Anywhere, Anytime" was fore front in their gaining of this prestigious award. Members of the 17th AS are also credited with carrying President Clinton into Bosnia in 1996 during Operation Joint Endeavor. "When we flew President Clinton, that was an honor to
carry the commander in chief. It was an honor for the squadron to be entrusted with him and other distinguished visitors on board," Cianciolo said. Although the award was given to the 17th AS, "the award is for both of the C-17 squadrons," Cianciolo said. "Many of their folks flew with us and it's a team effort," he added. Also included in the award-winning team are all of the maintenance and support agencies that help on a daily basis to ensure on-time departure for the aircrews. "Everybody on base pulls together to make it happen," Cianciolo said. "No squadron can do anything without the help of its wing."
Chapel helps fight daily stressors
By Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
(This article is part of Joint Base Charleston's Integrated Delivery System series. These stories focus on an IDS program, highlighting their services.)
Servicemembers face stressors such as deployments, relationship troubles, financial struggles and legal binds which can be overwhelming when piled on top of keeping the mission going. Fortunately for those going through hardships, there are avenues providing help to those in need of assistance. What if the problem is too difficult to discuss with another person? What if the servicemember is afraid of getting in trouble for seeking help? What if the individual wants to keep the conversation private? "There is a place on base offering 100 percent confidential counseling; the Joint Base Charleston Chapel," said Chaplain Maj. Kyle Hundley, deputy joint base chaplain. "Every time I go to a deployment briefing or a quick start briefing, I like to start with the question of how many people
think chaplains offer confidential counseling to individuals," Hundley said. "Most of the audience says yes, but when I ask if it's 100 percent confidential, people hesitate." Chaplains are held to a standard of 100 percent confidentiality even outside of the military, Hundley added. Confidentiality is a key factor in offering spiritual guidance, providing moral support and ethical advice. Chaplains provide support in spiritual fitness, which is a key component to resiliency and dealing with life stressors. "Much like a body builder spends time in a gym to work on physical muscle, chaplains offer help to those looking to build spiritual muscle," Hundley said. The chapel is part of the Integrated Delivery System or Helping Agencies, which is a working group consisting of organizations across the installation that provide support to the well-being of the joint base community. Each month, the agencies meet to discuss goals, partnerships and ways to help improve issues. "The IDS is a group of people who truly care about the struggles servicemembers face today," Hundley said. "As a chaplain, I provide an input in the spiritual domain of helping others.
"The spiritual, mental, physical and social components of military fitness are much like the four legs of a chair. If one of those legs is weakened or broken, the stability AF File Image of a chair is compromised. We meet every month to help support each component of fitness and discuss ways to improve the overall wellbeing of our servicemembers." Besides providing spiritual guidance the chapel offers religious accommodations to foster a healthy environment throughout the installation. The chapel also provides weddings, baptisms and religious services. For more information on the Joint Base Charleston Chapel, please visit http://www.charleston.af.mil/ownersmanual/ chapel.asp.
Don’t fall victim to the 100 Deadly Days of Summer
From Joint Base Charleston Safety Office
It's summertime. A time everyone heads out on the roadways to enjoy South Carolina's beauty. Before you begin your travels, please review the following statistics: Traffic fatalities are on the rise in South Carolina. From January 1 to May 28, 2015 South Carolina experienced 349 fatalities on the roadways, a 51 victim increase over the same time period in 2014. This includes motor vehicle occupants, motorcyclists, mopeds, bicyclists and pedestrians. Of the 349
fatalities, 242 were motor vehicle occupants with seat belt capability. Of the 242, 119 people decided not to wear their seatbelts. Here is a breakdown of Dorchester, Berkeley and Charleston Counties. Dorchester County saw an increase in fatalities from five in 2014 to 11 in 2015. Berkeley County saw an increase in fatalities from nine in 2014 to 13 for 2015. Charleston County saw an increase in fatalities from 19 in 2014 to 20 for 2015. Remember, these statistics are only from the first five months of the year.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says contributing factors to the majority of these statistics are drinking and driving and not wearing seatbelts. To combat this, the Highway Patrol started their 100 Deadly Days of Summer campaign, which runs through Veterans Day. During this time, the Highway Patrol will increase safety check points throughout the state, ensuring motorists are wearing their seatbelts and are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Please enjoy all of what South Carolina has to offer but ensure you do everything you can do to be safe.
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Charleston Battery hosts military appreciation night
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Col. John Lamontagne, 437th Airlift Wing commander and Cmdr J. Michael Cole, Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston commanding officer, greet officials, team captains and ball boys prior to the Charleston Battery soccer team's military appreciation night held at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island, S.C., May, 30 2015. The team wore camouflage uniforms and provided free tickets to any service member, retiree or spouse who presented a military ID. Charleston Battery won the match 1-0.
Y L U J f o H T R U O F Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard posts the colors during the Charleston Battery soccer team's military appreciation night held at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island, S.C., May, 30 2015. 4/16/2015 1:53:42 PM
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Staying prepared at Joint Base Charleston
Hurricane season nearing - you should be prepared June 1 will kick off another six-month-long hurricane season. And while some predictions are calling for a quiet season, history shows that even the experts can be surprised. Ultimately, it only takes one hurricane to devastate an area and endanger lives. Members of Joint Base Charleston should educate themselves on what items they will need and what resources are available to prepare themselves, their family members and their pets.
Hurricanes Defined Tropical Storm: Once winds within a tropical system reach 39 miles per hour and the distinct low pressure area is well defined by a rotating circulation, the system is considered a tropical storm and is given a name. Hurricane: Sustained winds exceeding 74 miles per hour or greater, dangerously high water and rough seas. Hurricane Watch: Issued when hurricane conditions are a real possibility for an area within 48 hours. Hurricane Warning: Issued when a hurricane is expected within 36 hours. Begin precautionary action at once.
Watches & Warnings It's important to know the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning. Use the following for reference: • Hurricane Watch - Developing hurricane condition poses a possible threat within 48 hours. • Hurricane Warning - Issued when winds of 74 mph or higher associated with a hurricane are expected in a specified coastal area within 36 hours A hurricane warning can remain in effect when dangerously high water or a combination of dangerously high water and exceptionally high waves continue, even though winds may be less than hurricane force.
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale The U.S. operates off a 5-tier system known as the SaffirSimpson Scale for categorizing the severity of a storm and its potential storm surge. Use the below for reference: CAT 1 - Wind Speed 74 to 95 mph - Damage Minimal; some damage to vegetation and signs CAT 2 - Wind Speed 96 to 110 mph - Damage Moderate; damage to mobile homes, roofs, some flooding CAT 3 - Wind Speed 111 to 130 mph - Damage Extensive; damage to small buildings, blockage on low-lying roads CAT 4 - Wind Speed 131 to 155 mph - Damage Extreme; destruction to roofs and mobile homes, downed trees CAT 5 - Wind Speed Over 155 mph - Damage Catastrophic; destruction to most buildings and vegetation and major roads blocked due to flooding/damage
HURCON/TCCOR Scale In addition to the hurricane scale, Joint Base Charleston uses the following notification system called HURCONs or Hurricane Conditions to describe how long we have until damaging winds will arrive. HURCON 5 - General Hurricane Season, 1 June – 30 November HURCON 4 - 58 mph within 96 hours HURCON 3 - 58 mph within 72 hours HURCON 2 - 58 mph within 48 hours HURCON 1 - 58 mph within 24 hours HURCON 1E - 58 mph winds occurring and other dangerous condition associated w/storm are present. All outside activity strictly prohibited. HURCON 1R - Life threatening storm hazards have passed but damage may persist. Only emergency responders and damage assessment personnel are released to move about All Clear - Destructive winds have ceased. Begin recovery operations and listen to the radio or television for information regarding resumption of work schedule and recall personnel as approved by the wing commander --How do you keep CATEGORY and HURCON separate? Remember, “Count up in intensity/strength, count down to landfall.”
Emergency Kit Putting together an emergency supply kit, as well as a "go bag," in the event of an evacuation is a must. All household members should know where the kits are located and what the family evacuation plan is. Some items to include are • Prescription medication, required medical supplies and at least a basic first-aid kit • Bottled water (one gallon per person for three days) and a variety of non-perishable food items • Battery-operated radio • Maps of evacuation routes • Copies of important documents • Gas for vehicles and cash Make a plan, Be Prepared. Some factors to consider when making your plan: • Where you and your family will go if you evacuate • Duration you will be sheltering for • What to do if you get separated from other family members • Accessibility for family members with disabilities • Finding an evacuation destination that allows pets • Preparing your home • Communicating your plan with an out-of-area relative • Communicating with your service
Evacuation Evacuations are possible in our area. It is important to watch the news and to be in touch with your chain of command about what to do. Active duty members who live on the installation will evacuate when the Joint Base Commander (JBC) gives the order, and individuals who live off the installation will evacuate
when civil authorities give the order and that order is followed with the JBC’s order. Members will be paid to evacuate only if the JBC has given the order and only in accordance with that order. The JBC’s evacuation order will include the number of miles that members are authorized to travel and be paid for. Don’t forget you must have a way to sign in to afpaas.af.mil when you get to your destination to ensure accountability of you and your family. (See Accountability) Also, have copies of important documents such as social security cards, proof of residency and insurance policies. Be sure to have your vehicle filled with gas and keep plenty of cash with you as credit card machines and ATM’s may not work.
Accountability All JB Charleston personnel and their dependents should be familiar with their service's accountability system and know how to log-in from their personal computers. Dependents need to know about the system and how to log-in so that the services can provide any needed support during or after emergencies. Air Force Personnel Accountability and Assessment System, Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System, and Army Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment System standardize a method for the Air Force, Navy and Army to account, assess, manage, and monitor the recovery and reconstitution process for personnel and their families affected and/or scattered by a wide-spread catastrophic event. These systems provide valuable information to all levels of services' chains of command, allowing commanders to make strategic decisions which facilitate a return to stability. AFPAAS, NFAAS & ADPAAS allow our personnel to do the following: - Report Accounting Status - Update Contact/Location Information - Complete Needs Assessment - View Reference Information AFPAAS: https://afpaas.af.mil NFAAS: https://navyfamily.navy.mil ADPAAS: https://adpaas.army.mil
Charleston area hurricane evacuation routes
If you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. It is important for you and your family to know if you are part of a Hurricane Evacuation Zone, the Evacuation Routes and Reversal Plans, and where you will go. • Evacuation orders for our area will be announced by these predetermined zones • Members that live on the installation will evacuate when the Installation CC gives the order • Members that live off the installation will evacuate when the civil authorities give the order • Notify chain of command or supervisor of planned route, method and destination • During hurricane evacuation, roads that we travel everyday may be affected by re-routing for evacuations.
Johns Island, Kiawah Island and Seabrook: Evacuees will use SC 700 to Road S-20 (Bohicket Road) to US 17. Evacuees will take US 17 south to SC 64 where they will go to Walterboro, then to Aiken and I-20. James Island and Folly Beach: Use SC 171 to US 17. Evacuees should then travel south on US 17 to I-526 to the reversed lanes of I-26. City of Charleston: The west side of the city (West Ashley) will use SC 61 to US 78, US 321, SC 389 to I-20. Downtown will use normal lanes of I-26. North Charleston: Evacuees will take US 52 (Rivers Avenue)
to US 78 to US 178 to Orangeburg then to I-20 or continue on US 52 to US 176 or continue north on US 52. The right lanes of US 52 at Goose Creek will continue on to Moncks Corner. In Moncks Corner, evacuees will be directed onto SC 6, where SC 6 will take them toward Columbia. The left lane of US 52 at Goose Creek will go onto US 176 to Columbia. Evacuees using SC 642 will travel west toward Summerville and take road S-22 (Old Orangeburg Road) to US 78 west. East Cooper: Evacuees leaving Mount Pleasant will take I-526 or US 17 south to I-26. Those leaving Sullivan's Island will use SC 703 to I-526 Business to access I-526, then I-26. Evacuees from the Isle of Palms will use the Isle of Palms connector (SC 517) to go to US 17, where the right lane will turn north on US 17, then proceed to SC 41, to SC 402, then to US 52 to SC 375, then to US 521, to SC 261 to US 378 to Columbia. Evacuees using the left lanes of the Isle of Palms connector will turn left to go to I-526 and then on to I-26. Evacuees on I-526 approaching I-26 from East Cooper will be directed to the normal lanes of I-26 if in the right lane of I-526. Those in the left lane of I-526 will be directed into the reversed lanes of I-26. Awendaw and McClellanville: Evacuees will take SC 45 to US 52 where they will be directed right onto US 52 to SC 375 to US 521 to SC 261 to US 378 to Columbia. Daniel Island: Evacuees will use I-526 or Clements Ferry Road as conditions warrant. To see the evacuation routes online, visit http://www.sctraffic.org /evacroutes.html
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has a Web site dedicated to providing disaster information to the public. Visit www.ready.gov for a full list of emergency supplies and how to make a disaster plan. For area hurricane information, visit http://www.charlestoncounty.org/. For evacuation information, visit http://www.scdot.org/getting/evacuation.aspx
This Weather.com graphic illustrates the potential impact of El Nino on the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season.
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2015 Storm Names Ana Bill Claudette Danny Erika Fred Grace Henri Ida Joaquin Kate
Larry Mindy Nicholas Odette Peter Rose Sam Teresa Victor Wanda
What if we have more than 21 storms? In that case, the National Hurricane Center will turn to the Greek alphabet and we'll have Hurricanes Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, etc.
Hurricane safety information courtesy of the 628th Air Base Wing Emergency Management Office
Hurricane Preparedness Week: Hurricane Hazards - Storm Surge and Flooding Hurricane Watch: How to prepare for a possible warning "The greatest potential for loss of life related to a hurricane is from the storm surge."
Storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tides. Storm surge should not be confused with storm tide. Storm tide is defined as the water level rise due to the combination of storm surge and the astronomical tide. This rise in water level can cause extreme flooding in coastal areas particularly when storm surge coincides with normal high tide, resulting in storm tides reaching up to 20 feet or more in some cases. For example, if there is a normal high tide of 3 feet and a storm surge of 15 feet, the storm tide would be 18 feet. Wind driven waves are then superimposed on the storm tide. This combination of high winds and storm tide topped off with battering waves can cause severe flooding in coastal areas, making the danger tremendous. Hurricane Hugo's storm tide was the highest ever recorded on the East Coast at an estimated 20 feet just north of Charleston! The National Hurricane Center (NHC) will issue a new experimental map this hurricane season in hopes of improving decision-making for possible coastal evacuations from a storm. The storm surge forecast map will provide emergency management officials and the public with a better idea of where and how they could be affected by the surge brought by a hurricane. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
STORM SURGE SAFETY ACTIONS • Select the nearest possible evacuation destination, preferably in your local area, and map out your route. Don’t get on the road without a planned route, or place to go. Choose the home of the closest friend/relative not in a designated evacuation zone and discuss your plan with them before hurricane season. - You may also choose a hotel/motel outside of the vulnerable area. - If neither of these options is available, as a last resort, consider the closest possible public shelter. Remember, with the exception of the Coliseum in North Charleston, public shelters do not accept pets. - Use the SC evacuation routes & reversal plans designated by authorities and become familiar with your route by driving it CYAN-AOOO
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before an evacuation order is issued. • Special Needs Planning - If you have special needs, the following organizations can help you make a plan and register you for emergency assistance: - Medical Needs - S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) at (843)953-0038 - Mobility & Other Special Needs - Disabilities Resource Center at (843)225-5080 • Prepare your home prior to leaving by boarding up doors and windows, securing or moving indoors all yard objects, and turning off all utilities. • If you live in an evacuation zone and are ordered to evacuate by officials, do so as quickly as possible. Do not wait or delay your departure, to do so will only increase your chances of being stuck in traffic, or even worse, not being able to get out at all. • Expect traffic congestion and delays during evacuations. Plan for significantly longer travel times than normal to reach your intended destination; don't forget to take entertainment for the kids! • Stay tuned to a local radio or television station and listen carefully for any advisories or specific instructions from local officials. Monitor your NOAA Weather Radio.
HURRICANE HAZARDS - FLOODING Inland Flooding: "In the 1970s, '80s, and '90s, inland flooding was responsible for more than half of the deaths associated with tropical cyclones in the United States." When it comes to hurricanes, wind speeds do not tell the whole story. Hurricanes produce storm surges, tornadoes, and often the most deadly of all - inland flooding. While storm surge is always a potential threat, more people have died due to inland flooding from 1970 - 2000. Intense rainfall is not directly tied to the wind speed of hurricanes; in fact, some of the greatest rainfall amounts occur from weaker storms that drift slowly or stall over an area. Inland flooding is the major threat from hurricanes for people living inland and can be a major threat to communities hundreds of miles from the coast. Hurricane Floyd (1999) brought intense rains and record flooding to the Eastern U.S. Of the 56 people who perished, 50 drowned due to inland flooding. Tropical Storm Alberto (1994) drifted over the Southeast US and produced torrential rainfall. Over 21 inches of rain fell in Georgia; 33 people drowned and damage exceeded $750 million.
WHAT CAN YOU DO? • When you hear hurricane, think inland flooding. • Determine whether you live in a potential flood zone. • If advised to evacuate, do so immediately. • Keep abreast of road conditions through the news media. • Move to a safe area before access is cut off by flood water. • Do not attempt to cross flowing water, before OR after a storm! As little as six inches of water may knock an adult off their feet and cause you to lose control of your vehicle; twenty-four inches will carry away most vehicles, to include pickup trucks and SUVs. - Remember, Turn Around, Don't Drown! • Get flood insurance; flood damage is NOT covered by regular homeowners insurance. - There is a 30-day waiting period after applying for flood insurance. - The National Flood Insurance Program provides information, maps and assistance finding an agent.
A Hurricane Watch is issued when hurricane conditions are a real possibility for an area within 48 hours. Here are some things you should do to prepare for a possible Hurricane Warning: • Review your family disaster plan and check your Emergency Supplies Kit to include food and water supplies. • Review evacuation plans. Learn safe routes inland and plan your evacuation route. Be ready to drive 20 to 50 miles inland to locate a safe place. • Make sure the gas tank in your car is full. • Make arrangements for pets, and identify pet-friendly hotels if you plan to evacuate • Refill prescription medications. • Anchor or stow small boats.
• Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools; anchor objects that cannot be brought inside. • Remove outside antennas. • Secure buildings by closing and boarding up windows. • Turn refrigerator and freezer to coldest settings. Open only when absolutely necessary and close quickly. • Store drinking water in jugs, bottles and clean bathtubs. • Trim dead or weak branches from trees. • Stay tuned to local media and your Weather Alert Radio for updates on the storm. If a Hurricane Warning IS announced, take these additional steps: • Store valuables such as jewelry, silverware, photos and scrapbooks in a safe place, such as a waterproof container on the highest level of your home. • Park your car in a sheltered area or on high ground. • Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for official instructions. • Evacuate if the order is given.
• If you must stay at home, stay inside away from windows, skylights and glass doors. • Keep a supply of flashlights and extra batteries. Avoid using open flames, such as candles and kerosene lamps, as a source of light. • If power is lost, turn off major appliances to reduce power "surge" when electricity is restored. • If officials order an evacuation: - Leave as soon as possible. Avoid flooded roads and watch for washed-out bridges. - Secure your home by unplugging appliances and turning off electricity and the main water valve. - Tell someone outside of the storm area where you are going. - If time permits, and you live in an identified surge zone, elevate furniture to protect it from flooding, or move it to a higher floor. - Bring your pre-assembled Emergency Supplies Kit. - Bring blankets and sleeping bags if you are going to a shelter. - Lock your home and leave.
Hurricane Hazards – Destructive Winds
Image courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Hurricane Floyd prepares to sideswipe Charleston in September of 1999.
High Winds: Hurricanes are classified using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale based on their sustained wind speed. (See Page 6) Tropical storm-force winds are strong enough to be dangerous to those caught in them. For this reason, emergency managers plan on having their evacuations complete and their personnel sheltered before the onset of tropical storm-force winds, not hurricane-force winds. Hurricane-force winds can easily destroy buildings and mobile homes. Debris such as signs, roofing material, and small items left outside become flying missiles in hurricanes. Extensive damage to trees, towers, water and underground utility lines (from uprooted trees), and fallen poles cause considerable disruption. High-rise buildings are also vulnerable to hurricane-force winds, particularly at the higher levels
since wind speed tends to increase with height. Recent research suggests you should stay below the tenth floor, but still above any floors at risk for flooding As a general rule of thumb, the hurricane’s right side (relative to the direction it is traveling) is the most dangerous part of the storm because of the additive effect of the hurricane wind speed and speed of the larger atmospheric flow. The increased winds on the right side increase the storm surge. Nonetheless, winds can stay above hurricane strength well inland. Hurricane Hugo (1989), for example, battered Charlotte, North Carolina (which is 175 miles inland) with gusts to nearly 100 mph. High Wind Safety Actions - as a hurricane approaches • Most mobile and manufactured homes are not built to withstand hurricane force winds. Residents
of these types of homes should relocate to a nearby safer structure once local officials issue a hurricane evacuation order for their community. • Once a hurricane watch is issued, install your window shutters or plywood panels. • When a hurricane warning is issued, finish securing or bringing inside all outside objects, to include lawn furniture, which could become a projectile in high winds. • Listen carefully for safety instructions from local officials, and go to your designated “Safe Room” when directed to do so. • Monitor NOAA Weather Radio. Visit www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/ for more information. • Do not leave your “Safe Room” until directed to do so by local officials, even if it appears that the winds calmed. Remember that there is little to no wind in the eye of a hurricane. CYAN-AOOO
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CCAF Graduation held at Joint Base Charleston
From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Joint Base Charleston held its semi-annual Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony June 3, 2015 at the JB Charleston - Air Base Theater. One hundred and three graduates were honored during the ceremony. Note: Due to TDY, PCS and retirements, all of the graduates were not able to attend the ceremony.
June 2015 CCAF Graduates
1st Combat Camera Squadron Senior Airman Valerie Lloyd - Public Affairs Senior Airman Angela Nartowicz - Public Affairs
14th Airlift Squadron Staff Sgt. Shawn Goggin - Public Health Technology Airman 1st Class Travis Hudson - Aviation Operations Senior Airman Cole Lane - Aviation Operations Senior Airman Laura Reed - Aviation Operations Staff Sgt. Brandon Rowles - Aviation Operations Senior Airman Travis Steinke - Aviation Operations Master Sgt. Timothy Wheelis - Human Resource Management
14th Weather Squadron Tech. Sgt. George Zambrana - Meteorology
15th Airlift Squadron Staff Sgt. Orlando Infante - Financial Management Senior Airman Connor McCormack - Aviation Operations Master Sgt. Mark O'Brien - Human Resource Management
16th Airlift Squadron Tech. Sgt. David Flory - Aviation Operations
17th Airlift Squadron Staff Sgt. Brandon Chapman - Transportation / Aviation Operations Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Ellens - Aviation Operations Staff Sgt. Jason Fortwengler - Aviation Operations Staff Sgt. James Osteen - Aviation Operations
373rd Training Squadron Tech. Sgt. Daniel Cline - Instructor of Technical and Military Science Staff Sgt. Jared Hess - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Joseph Jackson - Instructor of Technical and Military Science Staff Sgt. Nathanael Johnson - Instructor of Technical and Military Science Staff Sgt. Luke Jones - Intructor of Technical and Military Science Staff Sgt. Jennifer Lopez - Instructor of Technical and Military Science Tech. Sgt. Eddie McDonald - Instructor of Technical and Military Science Tech. Sgt. Ryan Welch - Aviation Maintenance Technology 437th Aerial Port Squadron Senior Airman Kevin Cassidy - Transportation Staff Sgt. Brenten Chrans - Transportation Staff Sgt. Brandon Doyle - Transportation Senior Airman Wade Stephens - Transportation Master Sgt. Daniel Trevino - Transportation
437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Senior Airman Jacob Byers - Aviation Maintenance Technology Senior Airman Scott Curry - Avionic Systems Technology Senior Airman Ian Desilva - Avionic Systems Technology Staff Sgt. Maxwell St. Germain - Aviation Maintenance Technology Senior Airman Matthew Graziano - Aviation Maintenance Technology
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi
Airmen attending the semi-annual Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony pose for a group photo June 3, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. CCAF was established April 1, 1972 and provides enlisted Airmen a regionally accredited degree through the Air University by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Master Sgt. Carlos Guerrero - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Christopher Hammond - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Johnathon Haney - Aviation Maintenance Technology Tech. Sgt. John Hassell - Aviation Maintenance Technology Tech. Sgt. Christopher Jones - Avionic Systems Technology Tech. Sgt. Anthony Smalley - Aviation Maintenance Technology Airman 1st Class Wyatt Starr - Avionic Systems Technology Senior Airman Elliott Tajai - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Daniel Torrio - Aviation Maintenance Technology Senior Airman Adam Wilks - Aviation Maintenance Technology
437th Maintenance Group Staff Sgt. Derek Drennan - Electronic Systems Technology Master Sgt. Kevin Dunn - Aviation Maintenance / Human Resource Management Master Sgt. Julie Fraley - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Brian Pittman - Aviation Maintenance Technology Master Sgt. Jason Smith - Aviation Maintenance Technology Staff Sgt. Michael Swingle - Education and Training Management
437th Maintenance Squadron Master Sgt. Curtis Dickens - Aviation Maintenance Technology Senior Airman Ariana Martin - Aviation Maintenance Technology Tech. Sgt. Antonio McBride - Aviation Maintenance Technology Master Sgt. Timothy Thornton - Metals Technology Senior Airman Billy Xiong - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
437th Operations Group Senior Airman Christopher Chicarelli - Information Management Staff Sgt. Kristian Ray - Electronic Systems Technology
437th Operations Support Squadron Master Sgt. Kristy Beaudoin - Human Resource Management Staff Sgt. Fredy Calle - Intelligence Studies and Technology Master Sgt. James Ferguson - Aircrew Safety Systems Technology Senior Airman Hannah Kinman - Intelligence Studies and Technology Staff Sgt. Eric Maertens - Survival Instructor Senior Airman Kathryn Raethel - Aviation Management
628th Air Base Wing Staff Sgt. Amy Barnett - Safety Staff Sgt. Gregory Dorton - Emergency Management Staff Sgt. Patrick Lott - Electronic Systems Technology / Human Services Tech. Sgt. Yoshisha Smith - Human Services
628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Master Sgt. Paolo Ablang - Bioenvironmental Engineering Technology Staff Sgt. Meshiek Harris - Dental Assisting Senior Airman Daniel Lambert - Bioenvironmental Engineering Technology
Senior Airman Hannah Leonard - Public Health Technology Staff Sgt. Brett Randall - Practical Nursing Technology
628th Civil Engineer Squadron Senior Airman German Cubero - Environmental Systems Technology Tech. Sgt. Jeffrey Kronenberger - Fire Science Master Sgt. Brooks McDonald - Mechanical & Electrical Technology Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Morrison - Explosive Ordnance Disposal Staff Sgt. Thomas Sitors - Construction Technology Staff Sgt. Sara Wade - Maintenance Production Management Senior Airman Zachary Young - Mechanical & Electrical Technology
628th Communications Squadron Senior Airman Dustin Wehrung - Information Systems Technology Tech. Sgt. Charles White - Information Systems Technology
628th Contracting Squadron Staff Sgt. Brittany Lightfoot - Contracts Management
628th Force Support Squadron Tech. Sgt. Kathryn Wood - Human Services
628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Staff Sgt. Antonio Bonneau - Logistics Staff Sgt. Shond Felton - Logistics Senior Airman Zachary Huffman - Logistics Master Sgt. Thomas Lewis - Mechanical & Electrical Technology Tech. Sgt. Michael Ross - Transportation Staff Sgt. Courtney Roth - Logistics Staff Sgt. Mark Roth - Logistics Staff Sgt. Todd Tolbert - Logistics Tech. Sgt. Melissa Wood - Transportation
628th Medical Operations Squadron Staff Sgt. Talisa Bell - Practical Nursing Technology
628th Medical Support Squadron Tech. Sgt. Kevin Grant - Logistics
628th Security Forces Squadron Staff Sgt. Mark Amormino - Criminal Justice Tech Sgt. Stephen Beckemeyer - Criminal Justice Master Sgt. Danyon Blair - Criminal Justice Senior Airman Joseph Garrigan - Criminal Justice Staff Sgt. Robert Gibson - Criminal Justice Tech. Sgt. Clifford Hartley - Criminal Justice Staff Sgt. Craig Martin - Criminal Justice
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JB Charleston celebrates Asian American - Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Uli Uli’s along with other instruments used in traditional hula dancing were on display during the Asian American / Pacific Islander Heritage Month festival held May 26, 2015 at the Joint Base Charleston Chapel Annex, S.C. The festival included educational opportunities, martial arts lessons, Polynesian dancers and free traditional Asian American – Pacific Islander food.
Ukelele players Rose Guewara (left), Kathy Bach and Mo Artero perform the song "Aloha Kakahiaka" during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month festival held May 29, 2015 at the Joint Base Charleston Chapel Annex, S.C.
U.S. Air Force photos / Trisha Gallaway
Nickie Manibusa, a member of the Charleston Polynesian Dance Group performs a traditional hula during the Asian American - Pacific Islander Heritage Month festival held May 29, 2015 at the Joint Base Charleston Chapel Annex, S.C.
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628th FSS Changes Command Balfour Beatty Communities
launches 2015 Housing Survey
From Balfour Beatty Communities Management Office
At Balfour Beatty Communities, our primary goal is to provide quality housing and customer service so that our residents have a positive and enjoyable experience living with us. Housing residents are currently being asked to give feedback on Balfour Beatty Communities operations through the CEL Resident Satisfaction Survey. The annual survey is an important part of our continuous improvement program. The survey helps us analyze performance and make any necessary changes and enhancements to ensure we consistently deliver quality service across all aspects of our community operations. Topics covered in the survey include resident experience with leasing, community management, maintenance and quality of the homes. All surveys are completely confidential and anonymous and residents are encouraged to provide open and honest insights. "The Resident Satisfaction Survey allows us to see where we are excelling operationally and where there is room for improvement," said Patti Stanley, community manager for BBC. "We encourage all residents to complete the survey so that we may better meet their needs as well as those of our future residents." This year the survey process has moved online and all residents should already have received an email from CEL & Associates with a link to the online survey. If any residents have not received the survey email or have questions, they should contact the BBC Community Management Office at 843-797-5631. The final day for residents to complete their Resident Satisfaction Survey is July 3, 2015. Thanks in advance to all housing residents for their participation in the survey process--we look forward to receiving your feedback.
Food safety tips before and during a power outage
By Staff Sgt. Tiffany York 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron
U.S. Air Force photo / Jessica Donnelly
Lt. Col. Joseph Thomas, 628th Force Support Squadron commander, takes the guidon from Col. Michael Mongold, 628th Missions Support Group commander during the squadron's change of command ceremony May 29, 2015 at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Thomas' previous assignment was at Air University, Maxwell Air Force Base, Al., where he was the chief of Protocol.
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Chapel Corner Take time to reflect
By Chaplain, Capt. Tyrone Luines 628th Air Base Wing chaplain
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service to the United States of America. It is a time to reflect on the service of others and the decisions of one’s self. Reflection helps us learn from our mistakes and keep from repeating them.
Margaret J. Wheatley said, “Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.” Reflection also gives us the opportunity to experience a repeat of our success. Peter Drucker said, “Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action.” Do yourself a favor. Take time to reflect.
CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel
PROTESTANT SERVICES SUNDAY 10 a.m. - WS Traditional Service - With Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. - AB Evangelical Protestant Service - With Children’s Church
Hurricane season is here and with it is an increased chance of high winds and heavy rains that could cause your power to go out. You may have already created an emergency kit with plenty of bottled water and non-perishable food items. Maybe you have only gotten as far as thinking about making one but do you have a plan to keep your perishable foods safe from spoilage during a power outage? Power outages can occur at any time, so it's best to have a plan in place to keep your perishable food safe before one occurs. According to the Food and Drug Administration, your plan should include putting a thermometer in your refrigerator that is at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below and your freezer that is at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. This will ensure that your food isn't at a temperature that could cause growth of harmful bacteria. It would be a good idea for you to group foods close together in the refrigerator and freezer to help them stay colder longer. Be sure and fill any empty spaces in your freezer with bags of ice or gel packs that can be used to keep foods cold in a cooler. Which brings me to my next recommendation... invest in a large insulated cooler to store refrigerated foods in the event power is out for an extended period of time. Know ahead of time where you can go to purchase extra bags of ice or gel packs, in case you should run out. During a power outage if the doors remain
closed, perishable foods in the refrigerator will stay safe for about four hours. If the power is going to be out longer than four hours, The U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests that you transfer your refrigerated food into a cooler with enough ice to maintain a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. It's imperative that you avoid opening refrigerator and freezer doors as much as possible. A freezer will hold its temperature if the door remains closed for about 48 hours if it is full. If it is half full, it can only maintain its temperature for 24 hours. If, at any time, your food exceeds 41 degrees Fahrenheit for greater than four hours, do not taste or eat it. It is estimated that 48 million Americans get food poisoning each year and the most common mistake made is tasting food to see if it is still edible. A good rule of thumb is "when in doubt, throw it out". If you do plan on eating refrigerated or frozen foods such as meat, poultry, fish or eggs while it is still safe to do so, make sure you cook them thoroughly to assure that any foodborne bacteria is destroyed. Creating a plan and following these tips could prevent you and your family from getting a foodborne illness and from having to throw away hundreds of dollars in spoiled food. If you have any questions or want additional information on food safety contact the Public Health office at 963-6958 or the Navy Preventive Medicine office at 794-6652. (Information obtained from The Food and Drug Administration and the United States Department of Agriculture)
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STOP, don't throw away your old BDUs! Cadets of the Civil Air Patrol can use them. Please donate them by dropping them off at Bldg 246, third floor or calling 767-9484 or 843-607-4039 for pick up.
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Officer needed for JROTC funding program JROTC Fundraising-based company looking for qualified JROTC Facilitator that would be able to meet with the JROTC Command Center to promote a funding program for JROTC schools. This program rewards JROTC schools with funding and scholarships. Knowledge of JROTC programs and understanding the duties of cadets enrolled in the JROTC program are a must. This is an excellent opportunity for retired officers or for an individual looking to make a difference in JROTC school funding while assisting in literacy scholarships, cash and prizes for cadets.
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The OPSEC of the future By April Grant Office of the Chief of Information,U.S. Navy
WASHINGTON – With continuous advances in technology and unlimited access to information, the Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST) is putting forth an effort to bring Operations Security, or OPSEC, standards into the 21st Century U.S. Navy. OPSEC, as a methodology was developed during the Vietnam War to determine how the enemy was able to obtain advanced information on military operations. Under that idea Admiral Ulysses Sharp, then Commanderin-chief, Pacific, established the "Purple Dragon" team which conceived of and utilized the methodology of "Thinking like the wolf," or looking at your own organization from an adversarial viewpoint. Since, the OPSEC systematic process, has proven to be successful in identifying, controlling and protecting generally sensitive but unclassified information by mitigating the adversary's ability to compromise a mission, operation or activity. As a whole, OPSEC works through proper understanding of each of the five steps within the OPSEC process:
1. Identify critical information. The information you have that could assist an adversary in any way. 2. Analyze the threat to that information. Does an adversary have the capability to collect or use the information, and if so, how? 3. Analyze the vulnerabilities. How is the critical information relayed in the course of your daily duties and how is it protected? 4. Assess the risk. How likely is it that the information could be compromised? 5. Develop countermeasures. What can you do to protect the information from being disclosed? NOST wants to stress the fact that everyone, including service members and family members, have a duty to protect your command, your shipmates and your family by always maintaining operations security. So the next time you send your friends a comment or post a tweet, think about who else may be seeing it.
Each month NOST will be sharing new resources on different OPSEC topics. You can also visit the Navy.mil graphics gallery, http://www.navy.mil/view_ggphotos.asp, to find more resources.
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Joint Base Charleston’s Airmen Against Drunk Driving offers free, confidential rides home. To volunteer, email AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil The JB Charleston DUI Battle Plan: https://eim.amc.af.mil/org/628ABW/JBCharlestonDUIBattlePlan/default.aspx
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Events
All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, call A&FRC 963-4406 or just register at https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/6yqzqrn0/
June 8 / Transition GPS Workshop: Learn how to transition and become “career ready” with ease June 8 to 12 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spouses are encouraged to attend! Note: receipt of your mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefing is required prior to attending this workshop. June 9 / Troops to Teachers: Receive counseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and their spouse’s transition into a new teaching career. This class will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 12 / Is the TSP for Me (Webinar): Learn the basics, purpose, how to enroll/maintain your account, strategies and more. This class will be held from 8 to 9 a.m.
/ VA Benefits Briefing: Learn about all your VA benefits in this briefing from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.! If you are exempt from the Transition GPS Workshop, you will still need this. Open to all Active Duty. June 15 / Slay The Debt Dragon (Webinar): Tired of being in debt? Explore debt’s history, what undermines our need to stay out of debt, and how to stay out of debt! This class will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 16 / Comprehensive Principles Of Financial Planning: This is a four- part series held June 16, 17, 23 and 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and provides the opportunity to learn about the principles of comprehensive planning, wealth accumulation, risk management, and retirement planning. / Live 5 News Meteorologist Bill Walsh Hurricane Preparedness: Join us from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., for this informative briefing on how to best prepare for a hurricane! June 17 / Spouse Introduction to JB Charleston: Join us for this fun, fastpaced introduction to JB Charleston for military spouses who have recently moved here. Meet other newly-arrived spouses, connect, learn about base resources, and learn where to shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry! This class will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. / Mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefings: Held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS. And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the Transition GPS Workshop.
Notices
/ Volunteers needed for the Airman's Attic: The Airman's Attic is in urgent need of volunteers to assist the coordinator with assembling workshop packets, maintaining inventory and assisting with loan locker check-outs and returns. This is an awesome opportunity to learn, network, and gain experience to add to your resume! Additionally, volunteer drivers are needed. If you drive a truck, like to help others and are willing to donate just a few hours a month - we
work around your schedule - the Airman's Attic is the volunteer opportunity for you. We are in need of volunteer drivers to pick up donations! If interested, please call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 963-4406 (628 FSS/FSFR). / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors are available to assist all Service members, Veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment or request more information, please call 843-963-8224 for the Air Base (AB) office and 843-794-4304 for the Weapons Station (WS) office. For walk-in appointments, please visit the AB office in building 503, room 106 and the WS office in building 708. / The 628th Medical Group Physical Therapy Clinic is offering a Gait Analysis program to provide better access to preventative care! We will perform a biomechanical assessment of your lower extremity in both walking and running and then make running shoe and injury prevention recommendations. This is open to all TRICARE Prime Beneficiaries ages 16 to 65 years of age. The gait assessments are performed the second and fourth Wednesday afternoon of each month. NO REFERRAL needed: just call 963-6880 to book an appointment. Slots book up quickly, so please don’t hesitate to call and make your appointment today! / The Airman & Family Readiness Center's Discovery Room's open hours of operation have changed to 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Patrons are encouraged to visit the Air Base and Weapons Station libraries for their afterhours needs. / Joint Base Charleston Veterinary Treatment Facility: Don’t miss out on annual checkups and monthly preventions, your four-legged furry friends can get squared away at the Veterinary Treatment Facility at Joint Base Charleston. Services include annual vaccinations, wellness visits, sick calls, monthly preventions, spay, neuter, dental cleaning and mass removals. These services are offered for all branches of the military for active duty, retirees and reserves. The Veterinary Treatment Facility is located at 107 Scarton Lane, Bldg., 648, which is off Arthur Drive behind the Outdoor Recreation Center. They can be reached at 843-963-1738 or 843-963-1838.
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Events
All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JB Charleston, Weapons Station, unless otherwise specified. For more information, call FFSC at 794-7480 or just register at https://booknow.appointmentplus.com/6yqzqrn0/
June 9 / My New Space: Are you moving out of the dorm? Attend this financial preparedness class to prepare for the expenses of living off base. This class is recommended for service members moving out of the dorm. This class will be held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. June 10 / Five Love Languages: What makes you feel loved? People express love for one another in various ways. It is essential for couples to identify how to communicate their love to one another so they can improve their relationship. Come and discover your love language from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. June 11 / VA Disability Claim Workshop: This workshop is broken down into two sections: From 8 to 9:30 a.m., the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to participants. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., a Medical Records Review/turn-in will take place. Members are welcomed to attend either sessions or the session most relevant to their current situation. June 16 / Entrepreneur Training Track: Learn all about the ins and outs of starting your own small business! This class will be held June 16 to 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
June 18 / Smooth Move: Relocating soon? If so, learn from the experts on how to PCS smoothly to your new location. You do not need orders to attend. This class will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 22 / Home Selling: Are you selling your home soon? Selling a home can be difficult, let us help. Join this workshop to gain the tools you may need to successfully sell your property. The workshop will be held from 2:30 to 4 p.m. June 23 / Funancial Summer Day Camp: Children, ages 5 to 13 years old, will learn and explore in the fields of entrepreneurship, finance, savings, being wise consumers and life skills lessons. This camp will be held June 23 to 24 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 24 / Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Student Loans: Feeling overwhelmed with student loan debt? FFSC now offers news, guidance and insightful perspective on your rights and responsibilities for your student loans. From 2 to 4 p.m., learn how you can pay your loans down, faster, capping your interest rate, and qualifying for additional programs all by invoking your rights under SCRA!
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