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Utah Guard Supports Wildfire Response From Air

Utah Guard Supports Wildfire Response From Air

DRAPER, Utah – Utah National Guard Soldiers are supporting wildfire response efforts across Utah, putting specialized aviation capabilities to work alongside local and government firefighting agencies as wildfires continue to challenge communities across the state.Supporting the response is the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion, or GSAB,…

yesterday, August 12, 2026
Air Guard Communications Units Train at Northern Strike

Air Guard Communications Units Train at Northern Strike

ALPENA, Mich. – Air National Guard combat communications squadrons from multiple states and territories gathered in northern Michigan Aug. 1-15 to support Exercise Northern Strike 26-2 at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center.The Missouri Air National Guard’s 239th Combat Communications Squadron, or CBCS, trained and worked alongside the 264th…

yesterday, August 12, 2026
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Alaska Guard Rescues Pilot in Plane Crash

Alaska Guard Rescues Pilot in Plane Crash

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska – Alaska Air National Guardsmen from the 176th Wing rescued the pilot of a Cessna 185 crash Aug. 9 near Trapper Joe Lake, about 25 miles south of Anchorage.A 210th Rescue Squadron HH-60W Jolly Green II with 212th Pararescuemen, or PJs, onboard was set to participate in the Arctic Thunder Open House Joint…

yesterday, August 12, 2026
Washington Guard Provides Aerial Support on Sinlahekin Fire

Washington Guard Provides Aerial Support on Sinlahekin Fire

WENATCHEE, Wash. – A Washington Army National Guard UH-72 Lakota took to the skies above the Sinlahekin Fire Aug. 9, giving firefighters a perspective they had never had before during a National Guard wildfire response: an aerial “quarterback” view that helped provide situational awareness and support to crews working on the ground.The mission,…

yesterday, August 11, 2026
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Firefighting Bucket Drop Nevada National Guard

The Nevada National Guard aviation pilots and crews are supporting firefighting operations for current wildfires by conducting aerial bucket drops to deliver water where they can make the fastest impact. These drops help cool hot spots, reduce fire intensity, and bolster ground efforts, giving incident teams a crucial tool to slow the spread of fire, improve conditions for containment, and protect nearby communities.Video by Staff Sgt. Zandra Duran.

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