March - April 2018
The Beacon Warfighting First, Operate Forward, Be Ready
Commanding Officer, NSA Souda Bay Capt. Brad J. Collins Executive Officer Cmdr. Werner J. Rauchenstein Command Master Chief CMDCM Neal T. Olds
Beacon Staff/Public Affairs Office Jacky Fisher
Public Affairs Officer, 266-1244
Joel Diller
Assistant Public Affairs Officer, 266-1392
Kostas Fantaousakis
Community Relations, 266-1348
Contact Email (All PAO personnel):
SoudaBayPAO@eu.navy.mil
The Beacon is the professional online newsletter of NSA Souda Bay Public Affairs. Information contained in The Beacon does not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Navy. Editorial content is prepared by the Public Affairs Office of NSA Souda Bay. Articles for publication in The Beacon should be submitted to SoudaBayPAO@eu.navy.mil Story submissions must be routed through tenant command or departmental senior leadership. Security and policy review must be completed before submissions can be considered for publication.
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Contents
Beacon layout design by Kostas Fantaousakis
A scenic view of the Gouverneto Monastery in Akrotiri, Chania. Dated back to 1537 the monastery is a Venetian style fortress with towers at each end. (Source: Wikipedia, photo by MC1 Chris Henry, AFN Souda Bay) If you would like to submit a photo for consideration to publish in this space, please submit a high resolution jpg (no larger than 5 mb), along with a short caption to SoudaBayPao@eu.navy.mil with the subject line "Beacon Photo".
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Triad Corner
F&ES CIP Evaluation
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MACM Nieves Security Dept. SEL
The Gouge
76th USN Seabee Ball
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SAAPM
Proclamation Signing
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Awards
ON THE COVER: NSA Souda Bay Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES) Firefighter, Jason Percy, pulls a fire hose during a forward lay skill evaluation drill on base 3 April. The drill is from the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1410, Standard on Training for Emergency Scene Operations, which provides fire departments with an objective method of measuring performance for initial fire suppression and rescue procedures used by F&ES personnel engaged in emergency scene operations. (Photo by Joel Diller, Public Affairs)
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Triad Corner
A word about Security from MACM Marcus A. Nieves, Security Department Senior Enlisted Leader
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iber optic laydown, solar panel cleaning, and bombs on target. What do these three unrelated events have in common? They all can alter operating procedures on this installation, have a safety component attached to them, and it is YOUR responsibility to be cognizant of how your day-to-day activities can be affected. You should have noticed by now an up-tick in our security posture with some previously accessible areas closed off, extra checkpoints established, and serpentine barriers in place. Random Anti-Terrorism Measures, or RAMs, can be initiated any time for no specific reason, for an exercise, or like now, in response to current world events. These are stark reminders that this beautiful installation is in fact a geographically strategic cross point between three COCOMs-EUCOM, AFRICOM and SOCOM. What we do on this installation as well as pier side at Marathi directly ties in to power projection for the military. Let’s focus on what your part is in ensuring we stay safe. First, cooperate with the MAs, NEX store clerks, & the Post Office personnel for ID card checks. You should always have your CAC ID card on your person. If you don’t have a CAC card, ensure you have a photo ID of some kind. CAC cardholders - just make it a habit to pull that card from your computer when you walk Page 4
away. You don’t want someone sending the Skipper a snarky email from your email account. Don’t put it past me to do that if the opportunity presents itself, just to drive home the point and the importance of protecting these federally issued ID cards. Plan ahead for possible delays. ID or vehicle checks slowing down base entry, flaggers redirecting traffic due to construction, and scrounging for a parking spot – especially when the limited parking is even more limited with EUCOMs mandated security posture – all these things can make you late to where you’re trying to be. Plan ahead. That’s for ‘on base’ measures … let’s hit on ‘off base’ responsibilities. 911. It works in the states & it works here. 282-102-1911 – plug it in your cell phone. If you see something suspicious or you were approached by someone who was more than just islander / tourist friendly, make sure you report it to at least your chain of command, if not NCIS. It’s difficult to pull the thread on an event that’s last week’s news. Let the professionals make the determination if "something" is something or not. It may not be now, but later on small pieces can fit together for a larger picture. Go out, have fun, there’s plenty to do on this island. But don’t be complacent.
If you are going out and you want to enjoy an adult beverage, or several, plan ahead for that too. Identify a designated driver before heading out. Can’t find one? OK, use the FREE shuttle to down town. Not only is the price right, but everyone in your group can drink responsibly, and parking is a breeze … in that you don’t have to do it. Which brings me to another point. It is summer & tourists are here. Great news for the local economy; not so much for driving around here or on the national highway, and parking is an even bigger challenge. You’ve all seen the death boxes along the road; don’t add to the landscape. Security and safety go hand in hand with this next point. Hiking trails are opening for business. Not smart to hike alone, so buddy up. Call someone with your itinerary and a ‘if you haven’t heard from me by whatever time’ info. If the village goat has to come get you just remember, a person has to lead him. That’s hard to do if we don’t know where to start looking.
Finally, all year around, regardless of security posture – do not take photos or videos on or of a Greek base. This includes NSA Souda Bay’s installation, as we are located on a Greek base. Just recently the local police took in to custody a Canadian citizen for photographing the HAF base. This is no joke. Respect the local laws. If you need to take photos for your job, let Public Affairs know. They can assist with getting you a photo pass. I don’t want to sound all doom and gloom. Take advantage of being stationed here. There’s so much to do, beautiful sites to see, trails and beaches to enjoy and the food is prenominal. But as you go about your life, keep in mind that along with these amazing opportunities afford you for being stationed at NSA Souda Bay, the bottom line is you’re here to do your part to support the fleet and extend the military presence when and where it is needed. And we need everyone mission-ready to meet our mission goals.
~ MACM Nieves
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FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES CIP EVALUATION Photos and story by Joel Diller, Public Affairs
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SA Souda Bay Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES) department was recently evaluated on their ability to meet the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1410, Standard on Training for Emergency Scene Operations. This standard provides fire departments with an objective method of measuring performance for initial fire suppression and rescue procedures used by fire department personnel engaged in emergency scene operations using available personnel and equipment. During the evaluation, known as a forward lay, the firefighters were required to obtain a water supply through supply lines, place one initial attack line into operation, and provide immediate backup with another line to deliver a minimum of (300 gallons per minute) through the two handlines to produce effective streams. The evolution concluded when the evaluator was satisfied that the required stream had been obtained at each nozzle. The drill was completed in under the required three minute maximum time.
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Photos by Joel Diller, Public Affairs
SAAPM Proclamation Signing
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apt. Brad J. Collins, commanding officer Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, along with Kirsten Diller, Director Fleet and Family Support Center, and Terry Cornwell, Program Assistant, held a proclamation signing ceremony for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) proclamation on base 3 April. Several NSA Souda Bay military members and civilian employees further promoted the cause by posing at the traveling photo booth in an effort to raise awareness on this important issue. NSA Souda Bay encourages both military and civilian employees to remain vigilant and know how to do their part to prevent sexual assault. This years theme: Protecting our People Protects our Mission! For more information go to: https://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/installations/nsa_souda_bay/ffr/support_services/counseling_ and_assistance/victmi_assistance/sexual_assault_prevention_and_response.html The SARC at NSA Souda Bay can be reached at 694-043-1129, and a Victim Advocate is also available 24 hours a day at 694-0431130 or toll free 877-995-5247.
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THE GOUGE EVENTS - FLIGHTLINE ACTIVITY - PORT OPERATIONS
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.S. Air Force RC-135V/W Rivet Joint aircraft with the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron Detachment 1 undergoes pre-flight maintenance procedures at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay April 12, 2018. These procedures are conducted before every mission.
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n F/A-18 Hornet aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 115 transited US. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay on April 17, 2018. Squadrons and units transit through all year round.
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Information provided by NSA Souda Bay Safety Dept.
Just Drive!
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uring the Vietnam war, the United States lost more than 58,000 troops over nearly a 20 year period. Last year on our nation’s highways, more than 40,000 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes. The United States was torn apart by Vietnam and yet every two years in America, we lose more people than we lost to that war. Back in 2008, 20 Marines were killed during combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. During that same period, 25 Marines were killed riding motorcycles. The most dangerous activity that we participate on a daily basis (driving a motor vehicle) is also the one activity that receives the least attention. Oh sure, more drivers are wearing their seat belts, but more drivers are driving and texting too. Speed, driving distracted, alcohol, fatigue, and road rage contribute to the carnage. Human error factors in to about 95 percent of fatal crashes. How can the trend be reversed? The National Safety Council (NSC) recently promoted a campaign titled “JustDrive”. Get off your phone, put the hamburger down, and just drive. If drivers understood the hazards better, and treated driving like the dangerous activity that it is, there would not be 40,000 mothers, fathers, sister and brothers that grieve because a family member made a mistake. If you are driving your car or riding your motorcycle this week and for the rest of your life…JUST DRIVE.
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76th United States Navy Seabee Ball
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ublic Works Dept. Souda Bay organized the 76th Seabee Ball held March 09 at the Portocali Hall in Platanias, Chania. Guest speaker was Mr. Joddie Adkins, Production Director, NAVFAC PWD Souda Bay (top right).
Happy Birthday Seabees! Page 12
U.S. Navy Seabee Prayer
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by Kostas Fantaousakis
Community Outreach
A group of Sailors from NSA Souda Bay provided volunteer work for a yardwork project at the St. Pavlos Childrens' Summer Camp in Chorafakia, which is run by the local church.
Sailors from NAVFAC Souda Bay participated in a beach clean-up project at Stavros beach on Saturday, 21 April. Volunteers were more than happy to help preserve the environment that is enjoyed by both locals and tourists alike.
Volunteers from NSA's Chapel delivered a significant amount of playground supplies including crayons, toys and drawing books to the public kindergarten located in Chorafakia Chania. Chaplain's Office collects donations all year long and schedules deliveries to local facilities at least once a month.
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Awards at Quarters April 2018
AWARDEE S NAM
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MA3 JENSEN BU2 CONEY UT2 SCHNEIDER MA1 PITTENGER MA1 YANNI
SSOQ, SOQ, JSOQ & BJOQ
MASN EARL MASN JACKSON MASN JACKSON MA3 CARILLO MASN LOMMATZSCH LS2 GOMEZ MASN PABONAQUINO MA1 HINES MA3 BOWEN MA3 BROWN LT CAMMARATA MA3 HOLLSTEIN MA3 BRYAN COLLEGE DEGREE LT SCROGGS ABH3 WOODS MA3 COTRELL LT WEBSTER MS. AUDREYLS2 CHAMPAGNE MA3 EREBHOLO TURNER DC1 LEGEZDH MR. RICHARD BOURBON AC3 KELSEY MA3 FIRMALINO MS. ELENI VARVERAKI MA3 THOMAS
MA3 ASBURY
AWARDEES
MS. GEORGIA RIGAMASN SMITH
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Want to Participate in a Community Outreach Project? POC: Kostas Fantaousakis, Community Relations Specialist. Call 266-1348 or 694-043-1157 • E-mail: konstantinos.fant.gr@eu.navy.mil • All Hands emails are sent calling for volunteers • Ask to join the ComRel projects volunteers distro list.
Got a ComRel idea? Contact PA for guidance. We volunteer, but ALWAYS provide quality service!
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