Photo By Master Sgt. Regina Young | U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 116th Civil Engineering Squadron (CES), Georgia Air...... read more read more
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ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga.— A team from the 116th Air Control Wing pre-positioned snow and debris removal equipment in preparation for potential inclement weather.
The 116th Civil Engineering Squadron, in coordination with the Joint Operations Center, Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Georgia, readied their equipment to perform initial route clearance, including removing trees and concrete debris from the roadways.
“The advantage of utilizing us is that we are a force-multiplier to the civilian authorities who may not be able to respond as rapidly as we can,” said Senior Master Sgt. James Love, superintendent with the 116th CES.
The civil engineer personnel utilize two all-track multi-purpose, multi-attachment vehicles, chainsaws, hand tools and personal protective gear to get the job done.
“Providing assistance as augmentees strengthens the relationship with state and local authorities while minimizing the impact to the community,” said Love.
The 116th CES supports the Defense Support of Civil Authorities by utilizing military assets and personnel, providing a variety of capabilities to the state’s governor.
A component of these capabilities includes responses to natural and man-made disasters.
| Date Taken: | 02.18.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 02.24.2015 11:15 |
| Story ID: | 155239 |
| Location: | ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, GEORGIA, US |
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