Friday, October 26, 2012

HURRICANE SANDY MAKES LANDFALL AT NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA




FROM: U.S. NAVY
Hurricane Sandy makes landfall at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Hurricane Condition of Readiness 3 (COR III) was set base-wide in preparation for storm winds greater than 50 knots. Among a myriad of precautionary measures taken at the installation, all beaches were closed and all boating, diving and recreational swimming was suspended. All schools, roads and facilities were closed. Base residents were reminded on the importance of being prepared with a essential supplies and were advised to remain within their residence until the "all clear" was passed. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Ailes (Released) 121024-N-WW127-319

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