Volume 56, Number 13 https://www.cnic.navy.mil/meridian ~ www.facebook.com/NASMeridian ~ Twitter: @nasmeridianms June 21, 2018 Base Tips for a successful PCS move Events Sailors moving this summer should start preparing now, said Naval Supply Systems Command ]Freedomfest (NAVSUP) Household Goods (HHG) Director John E. Hila- June 29 from 5-9 man. “A good move doesn’t just p.m. across from happen,” he said, “it takes plan- Admin building. ning.” Food, live music, Hilaman recommends Sailors activites for kids prepare for a smooth move by keeping these tips in mind: and fireworks. aSTART EARLY - HHG peak Call 679-2551. season runs from the beginning of May through August. Start early by going online at https:// ]Putt Putt Golf www.navsup.navy.mil/household to review your entitlements and Now available at responsibilities. To begin your McCain Rec. move process, go to: www.move. mil. Call 679-2651. aPLAN ALTERNATE MOVE DATES, JUST IN CASE - When scheduling pickup or delivery, ]Summer Pool select alternate dates in addition Schedule to your preferred dates. During busy times, it could be difficult to Runs through get the first date you request. Aug. 6. Swim =PCS, page 8 Infographic by MC2 Andrew Skipworth lessons, lap and recreational swim times available. Call 679-2379. Navy Pride: Hooyah! ]Independance Day Sweatfest July 2 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. at the Fitness Center Call 679-2379.

]Focus on the Future Teen college and career readiness workshop. June 26 at 5 p.m. at SAC. Call 679-5252.

Follow us on Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Naval Air Station Meridian Sailors stand at parade rest for an all-hands command photo outside the Air Operations building, June 18. www.facebook. Following the photo Sailors and civilian employees enjoy the annual command picnic outside the Sonny Montgomery Sports Complex. com/NASMeridian and Twitter: @NASMeridianMS Picnic Fun Navy launches pilot program to pair senior enlisted with priority billets What’s A new rating modernization later than July 9. initiative will provide active-duty, For Sailors to be eligible, they Inside senior enlisted Sailors looking for must meet the following criteria: their next billet the opportunity to a Must meet all eligibility require- get a jump on the process thanks ments for the regularly scheduled to a new selection board pilot pro- FY-19 Active Duty SCPO or MCPO gram, the Navy announced June advancement selection boards. 14. aApplicants must receive a fa- The Fiscal Year (FY)-19 Enlisted vorable endorsement from their Advancement-to-Vacancy Selection commanding officer (CO) via a Board, announced in NAVADMIN NAVPERS 1306/7. 144/18 is a pilot program where ac- aApplicants must sign, and have ~ Page 8 ~ tive-duty, senior enlisted Sailors ap- their CO witness, a NAVPERS ply for specific priority billets listed 1070/613 with the following state- in the NAVADMIN and, if selected, ment: “I understand that by sub- The basics of Navy Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Above: Chief Electronics Technician Benjamin are temporarily advanced to the mitting an application for con- retention efforts Mazurek mans the dunk tank at the annual NAS billet paygrade. This pilot will be sideration by the FY-19 Enlisted Meridian command picnic behind the Sonny limited to critical E8 and E9 billets Advancement-to-Vacancy Pilot Se- Montgomery Sports Complex, June 18. Below: only. Pending the outcome of the lection Board I am certifying that Members of NAS Meridian’s Chief’s Mess man the pilot, we expect to expand this pro- I am assignable to any billets for grill. Other events included a kids activities, dodgeball gram to other enlisted paygrades. which I applied and will execute or- tournament and frisbee games. To be permanently advanced, ders to those billets if directed.” Sailors must be selected for ad- aApplicants must possess any re- vancement via the normal advance- quired Navy Enlisted Classification ment process. (NEC) codes for the billets adver- “This program will give motivat- tised or have the experience to ob- ed Sailors an opportunity to take on tain the NEC en-route to the billet. positions of greater responsibility, Specific prerequisites for each billet while at the same time helping the are outlined in the NAVADMIN. Navy to better align our senior en- Sailors who have submitted vol- listed leaders to the places we need untary Fleet Reserve/retirement re- them to be,” said Capt. Rick Chee- quests are not eligible. ~ Page 10 ~ seman, director, Career Manage- A full list of available billets, ment Department, Navy Personnel board application and communica- Commander, Navy Command. tion procedures can be found in the The selection board is scheduled NAVADMIN at www.npc.navy.mil. Medicine East visits to convene Aug. 13 and applications --From Navy Personnel Command Public NBHC Meridian to the board must be postmarked no Affairs 2 The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018 Photo of Week A Day in Naval History ~ June 22, 1884 ~

USS Thetis, USS Alert, and USS Bear, under Cmdr. Winfield S. Schley, rescue Lt. Adolphus W. Greely and six of his exploring party from Cape Sabine, where they are marooned for three years.

Photo by MC3 Ethan Carter Damage Controlman 3rd Class Chris McNeil, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), walks into a simulated fire to retrieve a dummy victim. Blue Ridge has entered the final upkeep and training phase in preparation to become fully mission capable for operations.

~ June 19, 1864 ~ Area Happenings During the Civil War, USS Kearsarge, commanded by Capt. J.A. Winslow, sinks CSS Alabama, commanded by Capt. R. Semmes, off Cherbourg, France, ending June the career of the Souths most famous commerce raider, which included burning 55 vessels valued at $4.5 million. 27: Summer Drop-in Make + Take Workshops from 10 a.m.-noon at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience. Young visitors to The MAX are invited to stop by the classroom for a fun and simple art experience. Projects will vary. Free with admission. Call 601-581- 1550. Navy News Briefs 30: Jazz On The Lawn from 5:30-7:30 p.m. St. Paul United Methodist Church at 2700 13th Street, Meridian. Concessions and Deployment is money in the bank food truck available; Call 404-307-6518. Sailors aboard USS Harry S. Truman in a tax-free zone in both May and June, July (CVN 75) are earning big while taking Sailors who reenlist during these months 4: Fourth of July Celebration from 6-9:30 p.m. at Bonita Lakes. advantage of the latest update to the Na- and are eligible for an SRB, are afforded vy’s Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) the opportunity to maximize their bonus Enjoy great food, music and a spectacular fireworks show as the City program. amount. of Meridian hosts the annual Independence Day Celebration. This A total of 174 Sailors have reenlisted “This NAVADMIN is great because it year’s event features Emily White & Daniel Howze, and Rodrick Fox since Harry S. Truman entered the Adri- benefits both the Navy and the Sailor. atic Sea, May 30, earning roughly $2.4 It’s truly a case where everybody wins,” and the Trio. Gates open at 3 p.m. Call 601-485-1908. million in tax-free SRBs. Additionally, said Navy Career Counselor 1st Class 8: Annual Church Homecoming at 10 a.m. at the 5th Street Baptist another 173 Sailors are scheduled to re- Paige Gustin. “The Navy gets to keep Church, 2530 Old Hwy 45 Meridian. Revival July 7-9 at 7 p.m. Guest enlist in June. This could increase the well-trained and well-qualified Sailors, final tally to more than $4 million. which helps prevent gap billets and saves speaker Rev. Michael Prince of Toledo, Ohio. Call 601-483-1827. The May 14 update, NAVADMIN the money needed to train another Sailor 9-13: CenterStage Creative Drama Workshop for Youth from 9 119/18, expanded the SRB program by as a replacement. Ultimately, this helps a.m.- noon at the Meridian Little Theatre. Presented by the Children’s adding 39 skills in 12 ratings and in- the ship maintain mission readiness and creasing award levels for 135 skills in 48 saves the Navy money by increasing re- Theater Workshop. Activities include: drama, movement, music and ratings. tention rates.” artistic design. Students who have completed first grade through “These most recent changes to policy In addition to the SRB expansion, re- sixth grade are invited to attend. Cost is $100 per student with a $50 created the possibility for 513 Sailors enlistment windows were expanded to on board Truman to potentially reenlist allow Sailors to reenlist within 180 days deposit. Call 601-482-6371. early due to combat zone tax exclusion of their end of active obligated service, 14-21: Smithsonian Exhibit Water/Ways from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the status,” said Navy Career Counselor 1st including exceptions to allow up to one Soule’ Steam Works/MS Industrial Heritage Museum. The Class Jesse Lind. calendar year in some cases. --From USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs Smithsonian’s exhibition dives into water--an essential component Because Harry S. Truman operated of life. The museum will also present a local exhibit on the role that water plays in our community. Smithsonian exhibit is free; museum tour is $10. Call 601-693-9905. USS Constitution commemorates Midway in Boston Harbor 17: Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at 7:30 at the MSU Riley Center. USS Constitution and her crew head- val History and Heritage Command, who ed underway from the ship’s berth in spoke about the Battle of Midway, as well During their nearly four-decade career, they have won an Charlestown, Massachusetts, June 8, in as the men who served in the Navy at the unprecedented four consecutive Grammy awards, as well as three commemoration of the 76th Anniversary time. American Music awards. Tickets are $64 and $58. of the Battle of Midway. “The draft for World War II had been In coordination with the National in effect for less than a year at the time Call 601-696-2200. Parks of Boston, Naval History and Heri- that the battle of Midway took place, so ngoing tage Command, and USS Constitution almost all of the Sailors who were fight- O Museum, the crew of USS Constitution ing at Midway were, like service members Earth’s Bounty from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Singing Brakeman Park. Event hosted the American public, as well as are today, volunteers,” said Cox. “Unlike is the first Saturday of the month from April to November. Call many guests from across the nation, as a service members today, who have the sup- 601-485-1944. thank you for their tremendous support of port of the nation, most of the Sailors who the United States armed services and our fought at Midway volunteered at a time Meridian Art Walk from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1901 Front Street. Event is veterans. where there was isolationism, pacifism, the first Saturday of the month from April to November. Email Slipping her berth at 10:30 a.m. with and an extremely sparse military budget [email protected]. 431 guests, Constitution navigated down and the result was the United States was the Charles River Basin out to Boston’s not prepared for the war that occurred. Mini Maestros from 9-10 a.m. at the Mississippi Arts + Inner Harbor. Those volunteers held the line at the cost Entertainment Experience. A program for toddlers and their While transiting the Boston Harbor, of their lives for a nation that was not caregivers, Mini Maestros will explore various art forms through the FREMM-class multi-purpose frigate ready for war and their actions resulted in Italian Ship (ITS) Alpino (F 594), one of a big change in the course of history.” crafts, stories, music and dramatic play. Every Monday through Aug. the world’s most innovative newly com- Constitution fired off a 21-gun salute 27. Free and open to the public. Registration required. Call 601-581- missioned frigates, rendered honors to which was returned by the Concord Inde- 1550. America’s Ship of State, USS Constitu- pendent Battery near Fort Independence tion. on Castle Island. Fort Independence is a Among the distinguished visitors state park that served as a defensive posi- aboard Constitution was retired Rear tion for Boston Harbor from 1634 to 1962. Adm. Samuel J. Cox, the director of Na- --From USS Constitution Public Affairs NAS Meridian NMCRS U.S., Indian and Japanese maritime forces participate in Malabar 2018 Office is open on Tuesdays from Naval ships, aircraft and personnel marks the 22nd rendition of the exercise. from India, Japan and the United States The exercise will feature both ashore 8 a.m.-noon & Thursdays from 8:30 will participate in exercise Malabar 2018, and at-sea training. While ashore in June 7 through 16 off the coast of Guam. Guam, training will include subject mat- a.m.-1 p.m. Call 601-679-2504. Malabar 2018 is the first time the ex- ter expert and professional exchanges on ercise has been conducted off the coast of operations, maritime Guam, and the latest in a continuing se- patrol and reconnaissance operations, Administration Building 255, ries of exercises that has grown in scope surface and anti-submarine warfare, med- and complexity over the years to address ical operations, damage control, helicopter Suite 283 the variety of shared threats to maritime operations and visit, board, search and security. seizure (VBSS) operations. Malabar began in 1992 and this year --From Commander, Task Force 70 Public Affairs

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Two aviators earn ‘Wings of Gold’ in June pinning ceremony

There was a naval aviator designa- wear the coveted “Wings of Gold.” tion ceremony June 8 onboard Naval Air Station Meridian. Those earning their wings include: Two aviators received their “Wings a 1st Lt. Ethan Jun Hao Ho, Royal Sin- of Gold” during the ceremony. The na- gapore Air Force, earned one Navy “E” val aviator designation ceremony is not for accuracy during Advanced Jet Flight prescribed specifically by U.S. Navy Training. regulations, but has emerged as an hon- a1st Lt. Wenkai Aaron Lim, Royal Sin- ored product of the rich heritage of naval gapore Air Force, earned three Navy tradition. It marks the culmination of “E’s” for bombing accuracy during Ad- nearly two years of specialized training, vanced Jet Flight Training. which has prepared these officers for the Both aviators completed Advanced Jet rigorous demands of aerial combat and Flight Training with Training Squadron carrier operations -- earning each the Nine. title of “Naval Aviator” and the right to Ho Lim

Senior Chief Paulo HM1 Retirement

Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Senior Chief Culinary Specialist Gerald Paulo, center, is pinned to the Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat rank of senior chief petty officer by family members at a frocking 1st Class Bobbi Lynn Coleman-Johnson, center, is ceremony in the Administration building onboard NAS Meridian, June 6. piped ashore following her retirement ceremony in the Navy Operational Support Center auditorium onboard Naval Air Station Meridian, June 15. Coleman-Johnson retired after 20 years of combined service in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army. ASF Graduation Danny Cook Retirement

Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Sailors from Naval Air Station (NAS) Meridian and tenant commands received certificates of completion from Auxiliary Security Force training at a graduation ceremony in the Administration building lobby, June 8. Photo by Penny Randall NAS Meridian Public Works Officer Lt. Cmdr. Jamaal Parker presents Deputy Public Works Officer Danny Cook with his 30 year civilian service certificate. Cook is retiring from civilian service this month. Medical Picnic Alvarez Rivera Reenlistment

Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Naval Air Station (NAS) Meridian Navy Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Photo by MC1 Chris Liaghat Hospital Corpsman Levi Winebrenner climbs out of a dunk tank during an Air Traffic Controller 1st Class Ramon Alvarez Rivera, right, accepts his NBHC command picnic behind the Sonny Montgomery Sports Complex reenlistment certificate from Naval Air Station Meridian Chaplain Lt. Chris- onboard NAS Meridian, June 8. Other events included a bean bag toss, topher Linzey at a reenlistment ceremony in front of Lake Martha, June 15. tug-a-rope and basketball games. 4 The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018 NATO prepares for largest military exercise since 2002 By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity

NATO is preparing for its largest military exercise since 2002, with more than 40,000 personnel from 30 NATO and partner countries participating. The NATO commander of the exercise, Navy Adm. James G. Foggo III, briefed reporters on the planning for Exercise Trident Juncture 2018 at NATO headquarters in Brussels yesterday. Foggo is the commander of NATO’s Joint Force Command based in Naples, Italy. He’s also commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa. Norwegian navy Vice Adm. Ketil Olsen, his nation’s military representative to the NATO Military Committee, also briefed. The aim of the exercise is to provide a deterrent effect and defense against “any threat, from any direction, at any time,” Foggo said. Trident Juncture demonstrates that NATO is relevant, united and ready to defend itself employing collective de- fense, Foggo said. The exercise’s scenario posits a violation of the sovereignty of a NATO ally -- in this case, Norway. Under NATO’s Article 5, collective defense means an at- tack on one ally is considered as an attack against all al- lies. The main exercise is scheduled for Oct. 25 to Nov. 7 in and around Norway with a preliminary exercise in the wa- ters off Iceland Oct. 15-17. NATO photo Personnel from all U.S. services will participate in the Navy Adm. James G. Foggo III, left, commander of NATO’s Joint Force Command based in Naples, Italy, and exercise. Sweden and Finland will also participate. Norwegian navy Vice Adm. Ketil Olsen, his nation’s military representative to the NATO Military Committee, The core of the exercise is the NATO Response Force. briefed reporters on the planning for Exercise Trident Juncture 2018 at NATO headquarters in Brussels, June The exercise will serve to qualify the force as combat 11. Foggo also is the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa. ready. “Within this exercise we will have the 5,000-person Spearhead Force -- the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force exercising in Norway,” Foggo said. “The plan is to upsize the Joint Force Headquarters Much of the exercise planning has taken place in the Trident Juncture will be a challenge, Olsen said. with a larger contingent of logisticians,” he said. unclassified realm, including the dates of the exercise and “Statistically, there will be rain and/or snow and wind. NATO “is about defend and deter,” Foggo said. “We the relative size of the national contingents, Foggo said. And, there actually might be a lot of it,” he said. don’t look for reasons to conduct offensive operations, any- “One of NATO’s strengths is we have nothing to hide,” Foggo said the exercise will also test alliance logistics where. It’s a defensive alliance. That’s what Article 5 is all he said. “This is a demonstration in a very transparent capabilities to land a large force and sustain that force. about.” way of a capability, and we want people to know that.”

ESCAPE Under the Tuscan Cloud: A guide to family roads trips FISH, SKI, BOAT, OR JUST RELAX 365 DAYS A YEAR. “Mom, the bucket!” Twenty minutes later, the kids and I were In Florence, the kids stared at me staring at This beautiful 2BR home is practically brand Lilly cried from the COLUMN sound asleep, and the only Italian word I could Michelangelo’s anatomically amazing David new, having just been used on weekends. All middle seat of our mini- remember was “spuntino” (snack). at the Academia. In the museum gift shop, I electric, new washer & dryer, CH/A, covered van. We awoke in the hills of Liguria in a dense decided that, although I wanted the two-foot porch and deck. New pier to fish from or tie It was June of 2010, fog. In an attempt to distract attention from replica of the famous statue for my night boat to, on the canal that is just off main lake. Security system. Tool/storage shed. and we were taking a the weather, I read aloud from “Budget Guide stand, the refrigerator magnet would require New water & sewage systems. summer trip to Tuscany to Italy.” less dusting, and explanation. 3639 Kay Drive (Dalewood) from our base house in “Listen to this, kids — it says here that, On day three, we drove to La Spezia to catch only 10 miles to NAS Meridian Germany. We were only in order to deter pick pockets, we should not the train to the Cinque Terre. Despite relent- Well worth the price! $77,000 fifteen minutes into the wear attire that is ‘obviously American (sweat- less bad weather, arguments with Francis, our (601)917-3317 nine-hour drive. shirts, college t-shirts, sneakers, hiking shorts, dumpy hotel, and Italian indifference to trash Ask for Ricky 85775-1 “Last night’s chicken jean jackets).’” – it would all be worth it to hike the groves, noodle soup,” Lilly weakly “But Mom, that’s all we have,” Anna ob- vineyards and alleyways of the five cliffside observed after empty- served, annoyingly astute. towns. ing the contents of her To perk everyone up, I sang some Italian “The trail-a is-a closed-a, a-too-a much-a Lisa Smith Molinari stomach into the trash songs. rain-a,” the local woman reported from behind For Sale By Owner/Military pail. I carefully retrieved “‘Mambo Italiano, Mambo…,’ Hmmm, how the station’s information desk. I held back the sloshing container does that go?” tears. The upchuck bucket, the ants in our 555 Nature’s Way, Meridian and held it over the floormat. “Pull over so I “‘We open in Venice, we next play Verona, hotel bathroom, the fog, the cluttered minivan, 2058 sq. ft. can dump this,” I told my husband, Francis. and onto…,’ What the heck is next?” the wet socks, my tense husband. I’d put up Northeast Sch. Dist. But on he went, mile after stinking mile. “‘Prego! Scuzi! Grazie! Napoli!’ Wait, that’s with it all for nothing. 3BR/2BA. Beautiful, brick home Unlike most men, Francis is a nervous driver. not how it goes.” Sensing my disappointment, Francis dis- on large fenced corner lot in quiet subdivision -The Meadows. Separate I politely suggested potential stopping areas, After butchering the words to every Italian- covered an alternate route to the villages by dinette, 10 ft. ceilings, triple crown but all Francis could do was alternately jab at themed song I could remember, I settled on way of a steep mountain hike. We stuffed our molding throughout. Stained glass the gas and brake pedals, unable to make a humming a depressing rendition of the theme backpacks with water bottles and local focac- accents, Open concept floor plan. Central vac syst. Master bath has decision as we whizzed down the Autobahn. from “The Godfather.” cia, and trekked upward into the olive groves, oversized Jacuzzi tub, sep. shower Only eight and a half hours to go… Finally, we exited the garbage-strewn Auto- stopping often to take in the breathtaking & sep. water closet for toilet. Energy Come hell or high water (or soup, as it strade and headed for Camp Darby, where we Tuscan countryside, the glittering sea, and our efficient w/central gas heat & electric heat pump, two (50) gal. hot water were), I wasn’t going to let a revolting start reserved rooms at the Sea Pines Army Hotel. sweet little family. heaters. Stainless steel appliance ruin our family trip. “Hey kids, let’s learn a Our “deluxe” rooms were neither de-lightful Eight years later, I’ve learned that summer and washer and dryer stay. Large walk- in pantry located off kitchen. Sec. syst, little Italian!” I said, inserting the “Drive Time nor de-lovely, but we were de-termined to trips rarely turn out as expected. However, and underground sprinkler system. Italian” disc into the van’s CD player. After make the best of it. with a little perseverance, and plenty of dry what seemed like an eternity of introductory After pizzas in Pisa, we awoke the next socks, even the darkest clouds can have a $229,500 material, the narrator began Lesson One. At morning to torrential rain. We toured Lucca’s silver lining. (601) 679-5055 Please note, that in MS there is my behest, the kids reluctantly repeated the charming walls from under dripping tarps. Lisa Smith Molinari’s self syndicated columns appear on her no property tax levied if buyer simple phrases. Tuscan pumpkin soup with ciabatta smoth- blog, www.themeatandpotatoesoflife.com and she recently is 100% VA service connected “Buon giorno, come sta?” ered in broiled pecorino nearly made up for co-authored Stories Around the Table: Laughter, Wisdom, and disabled and over 65 qualifies for LARGE tax deduction! “Molto bene, grazie.” the discomfort of my sopping shoes. Strength in Military Life Follow Lisa@MolinariWrites. 48702-1

The ‘Biggest Little City’ in the world set to host Navy Week 70279-1 By MC2 Jackson G. Brown j.g. Davis Anderson, the lead planner for Navy Office of Community Outreach Reno/Carson City Navy Week. “We are really excited to come to Reno and show The “Biggest Little City in the World,” area residents what we do.” Reno, Nevada, is scheduled to host mem- Historically, Navy Week events draw bers of the U.S. Navy during Reno/Car- thousands of attendees to participate and son City Navy Week, Jun. 18-24, a week- create a dialogue between Sailors and lo- long series of community outreach events cal residents. The events are designed to designed to showcase the Navy the nation raise awareness about the Navy. needs. “We are bringing Sailors from all over During Reno/Carson City Navy Week, the country who work in different jobs to Mr. Les Hubbard, Command Information really give residents a sense of the many Officer (CIO) for the Space and Naval different aspects of the Navy,” said An- Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR), derson. will meet with corporate, civic, educa- The events and special programs that tion and government leaders to increase will take place throughout Reno are the awareness of the Navy, its mission and culmination of planning and preparation the importance of the Navy to the people over many months by the Navy Office of of Reno. Community Outreach and Reno commu- Reno residents will have many oppor- nity leaders. tunities to meet Sailors from USS Con- The U.S. Navy Parachute Team, “the stitution, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Leap Frogs,” is scheduled to jump at the Group 1, and the state’s namesake, USS Reno Rodeo. Nevada (SSBN 733). “We are excited to be working with There will also be live performances the Navy during Reno Navy Week,” said by the Navy Band at various locations George Combs, the general manager for throughout the week, including Mills the Reno Rodeo. “It is an honor to show Park, McFadden Plaza and Sparks them a signature Reno event, and to Farmer’s Market. They will also perform learn about the Navy at the same time.” the national anthem before the Reno Aces Reno/Carson City Navy Week is the baseball game Jun. 18. sixth of 14 in 2018 that fo- “Navy Weeks give us the opportunity cuses a variety of equipment and person- to go to cities that do not have significant nel on a single city for a week-long series Navy presence and talk to people about of engagements designed to bring Ameri- why their Navy is important,” said Lt. ca’s Navy closer to the people it protects. The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018 5

Pfc. Bryan McCool Pvt. Marquan Jones MATSS-1 Student MATSS-1 Student Hometown: Chicago OOORAH! Hometown: Harvey, Ill. Pfc. McCool joined the Marine Corps Pvt. Jones joined the Marine Corps on Aug. 18, 2017, to follow in his father’s January 22, looking to better himself and footsteps and live the military life. He be an example for the younger generation is convinced the military would provide back home. him an excellent opportunities to better He is looking forward to developing into himself. a strong leader and being a positive ex- His most memorable experience at ample for other Americans - both at home boot camp was when he received his and overseas. EGA at the top of the Reaper. “It meant Jones wants to travel and hopes to be a lot to receive it from the Drill Instruc- stationed in Japan during his career. tor who taught me the most about cour- During his off-duty time, he enjoys age and commitment,” McCool said. reading, playing basketball, listening to He is most looking forward to pro- music and working out. gressing in rank and leading Marines in His most memorable experience from the future. boot camp were the low crawl evolutions McCool enjoys running, listening to during the crucible. music and going to the gym in his free He admires his drill instructors from time. boot camp and his mother.

Congressional Gold Medal presented posthumously to Montford Point Marine family

By Sgt. Timothy Smithers trained at Montford Point, North Marine Corps Forces Central Command Carolina from 1942-1949. Every as- pect of their training was segregat- Pfc. Burnie W. Hill, a Montford ed from their white counterparts. Point Marine, was posthumously They were housed in prefabricated honored with the presentation of huts and railroad tracks separated the Congressional Gold Medal May white residents from the training 31. The medal was given to his son camp. They were only permitted on Clement Hill during a ceremony at the main base of Camp Lejeune if MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. they were escorted by a white Ma- On Nov. 23, 2011, President rine. Barack Obama signed the law to Hill boxed while at Montford award all Montford Point Marines Point and while stationed in the with the Congressional Gold Med- Philippines. Following his time al. The gold medal, authorized by in the Marine Corps he went on Public Law 112–59 was awarded to to fight boxers such as Sugar Ray the Montford Point Marines in rec- Robinson and was a friend of Joey ognition of their personal sacrifice Archibald. and service to their country during He opened a catering business World War II. and worked as a cook, then was a “I discovered my father was a head chef at Pennsylvania Railroad Marine only because he said he was where he had the opportunity to there,” said Clement Hill, Burnie cook for President Richard Nixon. Photo by Sgt. Timothy Smithers Hill’s son, “I did find out, through “I’d like to thank everybody for Lt. Gen. William D. Beydler, commander of Marine Corps Force Central Command, presents Clem- the years, he was one of the 260 this honor. I’m kind of sad my dad’s ent E. Hill with the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of his late father Pfc. Burnie W. Hill, May 31, Marines that were drafted [In the not here to receive it. I’ll probably at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. In 1942, African Americans were given the opportunity to enlist in Marine Corps and trained at Mont- never forget this for the rest of my the United States Marine Corps. Nearly 20,000 African Americans from 1942-1949 were trained ford Point].” life,” said Clement Hill. separately from their white counterparts at Montford Point, a facility at Camp Lejeune, Nearly 20,000 Marines were North Carolina.

USTKA, Poland CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA

Photo by Staff Sgt. Dengrier Baez A U.S. Marine Corps M1A1 Abrams tank attached to Tank Platoon, Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 26th Marine Photo by Eddie Young Expeditionary Unit, engage targets at night during live-fire training as part of Marines from the 1st Marine Division test out the Mobile User Objective System at a exercise Baltic Operations 2018 at Ustka, Poland, June 9. BALTOPS is the premier Field User Evaluation in Camp Pendleton, California. MUOS is a satellite communi- annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic region and one of the largest cation system that uses commercial cell phone technology to increase access while exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied on the battlefield. Marine Corps Systems Command will begin fielding MUOS in the and partner nations. fourth quarter of 2018. Safety & Energy Efficiency is Our Duty 6 The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018

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Vice chairman discusses building DoD partnership with humanitarian agencies By Jim Garamone selves, that would be counter to our inter- DoD News, Defense Media Activity ests,” Selva said. “So over a period of about four years, about $14 billion was dispersed If you’ve recently acquired a new vehicle, take some time to look through the The Defense Department is a resource to governments around Europe – that’s manual, find the safety features it offers and understand how they work. Advanced unlike any other in the world for aiding ci- $123 billion in today’s dollars – to stabi- Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), can dramatically improve safety on the road, vilian agencies as they confront natural or lize the countries that had been ravaged by but only if you understand the technology and know how to use it correctly. man-made disasters, and DoD continues to war. That puts an exclamation point on the look for better ways to work alongside civil- importance of the partnership among diplo- ian agencies, the vice chairman of the Joint macy, development and defense.” Chiefs of Staff said. Green underlined the importance of Air Force Gen. Paul J. Selva told the close cooperation between USAID and DoD, Some of the most common available U.S. Global Leadership Coalition that DoD noting that his agency has 23 people as- ADAS include: • Blind Spot Monitor • High has learned lessons from past disasters signed with the military’s combatant com- Speed Alert • Drowsiness Alert • Pedestrian such as the earthquake in Pakistan, the mands. “So many of the crises we are fac- Detection • Lane Departure Warning tsunami in South Asia, the Haitian earth- ing, so much of the humanitarian work that quake, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa we are doing and the need that’s out there

No matter how advanced the ADAS, you and the earthquake/tsunami that hit Ja- is either conflict driven or man-made,” he When You Rent are still your car’s best safety feature. pan. said. “In order for us to get our arms around When you’re behind the wheel you need to Selva spoke alongside Mark Green, the that, if we are not partnering closely with a Vehicle devote your full attention to driving and: Learn how to: • Do not misuse or over rely on safety features administrator of the U.S. Agency for Inter- the military, we aren’t going to be able to • Start the engine • Do not ignore vehicle safety warnings national Development. achieve our goals and mission.” • Activate the headlights and wipers • Only use safety features under the proper conditions • Raise and lower the windows • Do not disable safety features without reason In humanitarian crises occurring today, Selva would like to see more sharing • Turn on the heat, defrost and/or air conditioning • Use the radio and other controls with most caused by war, 66 million people among the American agencies. “There are Ask yourself: are displaced in the Middle East, Asia, several ways we can work better together,” • Are the mirrors and seats properly adjusted? South and Central America and the Ara- he said. “One is our relatively small foot- • Are there any warning lights on and is the gas tank full? • Which safety features are included in the car? bian Peninsula. print in many of these countries is a good • Are there hidden obstructions surrounding the car? DoD has a national security stake in set of sensors. So there are soldiers, sailors, • Is your GPS programmed before you drive? aiding other nations, Selva said, noting airmen, Marines … who are deployed with Visit MyCarDoesWhat.org to learn more about that 71 years ago, Gen. George Marshall indigenous forces in these countries, and the safety features in your rental car. announced the Marshall Plan, which was we ought to be a feedback mechanism … instrumental in rebuilding Europe in the into the understanding of what is going on For more information on this and other safety topics, aftermath of World War II. in those countries to give our diplomats a visit the member-exclusive website at nsc.org Proud Member SOURCE: National Safety Council 5 Minute Safety Talk® “Know the New Technology in Vehicles” “He said if we don’t do something to bird-eye view of what is happening within 900012774 0218 ©2018 National Safety Council stabilize Europe and help them help them- those societies.” Sale... Or

BOATS/CAMPERS/TRAILERS camo color. roof, windshield, wheeler $1,600; 2002 Ya- Schamberville Estates. Oaks Subdivision, Northeast deposit. Move-in ready! Call winch, extra set of wheels/ maha TTR-125L dirt bike Lots of amenities, including Lauderdale School District, 601-479-0035. tires, and dual gun scabbard. $800; and 2006 KTM 250SX- upstairs 4th BD w/ full BA 12 ft ceilings, heartland pine 2018 Mallard M185 Trav- MISCELLANEOUS el Trailer. Sleeps 4 with 1 Asking $7,800. Call Pete at F dirt bike $2,200. All in good that could be bonus room floors, large brick patio, walk- queen bed/2 bunks. Easy to 601-678-3458. shape ready to go. Overseas and three-acre peninsula in closets, walk-in pantry, Riding Lawnmower used tow at 3,575 lbs; only selling 2013 Harley Davidson move forcing sale. Make of- lot boasts appx 1,000 ft. of granite countertops, alarm less than one summer. Ask- because military member is Switchback, Asking $8,000; fer ready to deal! Call Ben at shoreline & features an ex- system, quiet and safe neigh- ing $850. 42” cut blade. Call moving overseas. Great liv- only one owner; still under 843-597-4221. pansive sprinkler system borhood. Asking $310,000. 601-482-2276. ing quarters with lake view. warranty; all maintenance AUTOMOBILES, ETC. using lake water. Call Jenny Call number 601-917-0379. Two black Storage Tubs. Hooked up and ready to live done by Harley Davidson. Ziemba at 601-480-5969 or For Sale: 4 BD/2.5 BA Asking $8 each. Call 601- in, including cables, hoses, Call 505-658-1675. 2010 Buick Lucerne, 601-282-5261. Briarwood area cul-de-sac 482-2276. septic lines, plus the $500 1982 Harley Davidson Asking $8,500; 121,000 For Sale: 4 BD/3.5 BA, FSBO: well-maintained brick, Woman’s Converse towing kit. Asking $17,000. FLHS, 80 C.I. Shovelhead miles, loaded, excellent con- Spacious lake front home smoke-free,pet-free,one Composite Toe Trainer Call 360-434-3035 Engine w/4-Speed Transmis- dition; garage kept with new with bonus room over the level sunny open floor plan. Safety Shoe Size 10, brand 2006 Fleetwood Discov- sion. Nice Antique Bike -- tires. Call 601-739-3264. garage. Clarkdale school Attached garage; custom new in box, $65. White with ery 39 ft. 3 slide, Cat Diesel, just can’t ride anymore. Call 2017 Camaro Gen6, 4k district (ranked #1 within lo- patio; vinyl fencing. See gray & teal trim. Call Teresa motor home. New tires & 601-527-9756/601-986-8378 miles, 50th anniversary lim- cal area). Amenities include pictures at AHRN.com. Ask- 601-616-9251 (Please no A/C, “fully equipped,” original 2010 Honda Sabre very ited addition; like-new condi- wood floors, granite counter- ing $269,900. Call 904-254- calls after 8 p.m.) owners, non-smokers. Seri- direct drive, less than 10k tion. $38,500. Call 601-686- tops, custom crown molding, 5345. ous Inquiries Only. Will e- miles. Sale includes trailer 1027. plantation shutters, lots of For Rent: 3 BD/2 BA brick mail pictures, full information ready cover and two sets of 2012 Honda Civic, 47k closet/storage space, archi- home on North Hills Street or set appointment to see RV. keys. Asking $8,000 (nego- miles, $9,200. Call 601-490- tectural brick accents, gas with newly remodeled master To submit an item to the Call 601-479-6145. tiable). Serious inquiries only. 3835. lanterns, and more. Asking bath. New wood flooring, 12 “Sale...Or” column, e-mail Call 301-919-7972. HOMES/APARTMENTS $374,000. Call 601-723-0741 foot ceilings in living room, [email protected]. MOTORCYCLES/GEAR/ATV 2004 Honda TRX450R for a private showing. two car garage, fenced back- Deadline is the Thursday 2010 Polaris Ranger four wheeler $2,600; 2005 New! For Sale: 4BD/ For Sale: 4 BD/2 BA, 2490 yard , storage shed. $1,500 prior to publication. 800XP Browning Edition, Honda TRX250EX four 3.5BA Lakefront home in square ft. home in Southern monthly rent with $1,500

Listings in the “Sale...Or” column are free for anyone who works at NAS Meridian. You can purchase an ad for a business or organization in “The Skyline,” by calling The Meridian Star at 601-693-1551 -- ask for Advertising or email: [email protected] 8 The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018 Stay Navy: Brilliant on the basics

As our Navy grows for the first time in nearly a generation, we need Sailors who are person- ally engaged in the success of our Brilliant Navy as well as their own personal success. We also need leaders who encourage and enable this. NAVADMIN 095/18 introduced on the Basics Brilliant on the Basics II and is a charge to reinvigorate our efforts to foster an environment where Sailors and their families want to stay Navy. As Navy transitions to a grow- ing force, over the next five years we will grow to an enlisted end- strength of 344,800, an increase of Command Sponsorship Command Mentors Command Indoctrination about 21,000 personnel from FY17 Lead by example by to FY23. Provide Sailors and seeking a mentor for Reinforce command To retain the force to meet this families what they yourself and offering information, Navy core increase Navy has adapted person- need to get settled. values and ethos. nel policies to support this growth mentor to others. and Sailors can expect improved retention incentives, advancement and leadership opportunity. The career choices, flexibil- ity and transparency offered by Sailor 2025 programs, as well as the Defense Officer Personnel Management Act changes we are working for officers, will be critical elements to help influence the stay Navy decision. Finally, our continuing MPT&E Ombudsman programs Career Development Boards Recognition Programs system transformation is designed to enable Sailor 2025 initiatives, Liaison between Give them honest, move our systems into the 21st timely and meaningful Make sure Sailors are command and Navy appreciated and valued. century, and vastly improve cus- families professional feedback tomer service to our Sailors and and career advice. their families. These programs are just beginning to deliver and will reach their full potential in about 18-24 months. Navy Graphic Graphic illustrates the Navy six basics for retention: command sponsorship, command indoctrination, career development boards, mentorship, ombudsman programs, and recognition However, the labor market is al- programs. ready tight and getting tighter. It is harder to attract and retain personnel who would be is an all-hands effort. We must all during foundation upon which ev- Ensuring these basic retention creating an environment for our drawn to another workforce. This be Brilliant on the Basics of reten- ery successful career is launched. programs are properly implement- Sailors to feel truly vested in their will significantly challenge our tion. In many cases, these efforts rep- ed in your command is an invest- Navy. Everyone has a role to play ability to grow the force. The basics of retention include resent our first opportunities to ment in the future of our Navy. in each of these programs. Read This competition for talent will six key programs: command spon- prove we are truly concerned with On April 23, Brilliant on the both messages at My Navy Portal be won by retaining the right Sail- sorship, command indoctrination, the well-being, professional suc- Basics II Part B message on pro- (MNP) and see how you can help ors with the right skill sets who career development boards, men- cess, and family support of our viding an engaged environment as your command be Brilliant on the consider Navy their employer of torship, ombudsman programs, Sailors. These actions set the tone a key to success in retaining our Basics. choice. This retention effort is not and recognition programs. by which shipmates and families Sailors was released. --From Public just for our command teams, this These six basics form the en- ultimately choose to stay Navy. All of us are responsible for Affairs

=PCS By establishing alternate dates that work for you, inconvenient pickups and deliveries can be avoided. aTELL UTILITIES, LANDLORDS - Be sure you have a con- firmed date for your pack out and pickup before you inform your landlords or turn off your utilities. aMINIMIZE CHANGES - After the pickup date has been con- firmed, only request changes in an emergency. Date changesFor can more information read Navadmin 095/18 lead to delays, additional cost to the member, or the need to con- FALL PREVENTION vert the shipment to a Personally Procured Move (PPM). aBE REACHABLE - Moves go smoother when you are easy to WORD SEARCH contact. Provide your personal phone numbers, cell phone num- bers and personal e-mail to the personal property offices at origin and destination. Include in-transit contact information, as well. aTIME MOVES AHEAD OF VACATE DATE - Do not schedule a pickup for the day you are to close on the sale or purchase of K D D D H M H K J R A U U W T a home or on the day you must vacate a rental. Allow time for unforeseen problems and last-minute changes. I U J R R F W F A M O X G A S aSORT - Start sorting through household goods now and set N O C B T H S E G H Q N U L S aside items you have decided to put up for sale or donation. Service members must keep all shipments within their weight D O V L J L W B M C Y O L K Z allowance or pay to ship the excess weight. Authorized weight allowance chart located at: https://www.navsup.navy.mil/public/ T L I G H T I N G T U I Z W J navsup/hhg/quick_links/weight_allowance/. H N F T O O E C N L P T Q A Y aGET READY FOR PRE-MOVE SURVEY - Once the service member initiates the move online, the shipment contract has L H E O C G L G Y S R A I Y T been awarded and the transportation service provider (TSP aka moving company) assigned, the TSP will contact the service R B F R T U W R A K E V A S A member to schedule and perform the pre-move survey. Be aware the TSP will conduct a pre-move survey no later than three busi- Z A W W T A R O R D D E R O A ness days prior to the first scheduled pack date. The pre-move N O I T C A R T S I D L I L M survey allows the TSP to establish a more realistic weight esti- mate, determine how many crew members to assign, determine X A E L S Y B E S R A E C Q S the number of packing days needed, and determine what pack- ing materials are needed and whether any special equipment is M R K Q I M R L V B L T J D U needed. B A R B X N A S D R O C H J C All dates for packing, pickup and delivery are finalized between the service member and the assigned TSP. S T S Q R S G U U G B P X N M aKEEP RECORDS - Keep all hard copy and electronic records of your move details. The more information you keep, the bet- T K K B N U G S Q Y I O H J I ter. Consider taking pictures of documents with your phone as a back-up reference. Email yourself reminders and notes regard- ing specifics to help you remember things down the road. a UNDERSTAND - Know that minimum transit times for moves CORDS are determined by the Defense Travel Regulation. For example, on domestic shipments moving companies are given a minimum CLUTTER of 14-20 days to drive from the East Coast to the West Coast, DISTRACTION depending on the weight of the shipment and the start and end ELEVATION locations. International transit times can be anywhere from 30- 90 days, depending on the start and end locations. FOOTWEAR Of note, you should schedule separate days for each separate LADDER move. If multiple carriers are scheduled for the same day, there LIGHTING can be confusion on what items go with which shipment and you

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This week we asked “If you could start your own business, what would it be and why?” IT’S YOUR TURN... By Adam Prince

Pvt. Kevin Posada ATSA Katerina Flanegin Pvt. Seth Leija AC2 Keith Dubina Pvt. Malichi Gerhardt MATSS-1 Student Administration MATSS-1 Student Administration MATSS-1 Student “I would start a mobile “I would open a mattress “I would open a bar and “I would open a golf course. “An indoor batting cage. banking app that let’s you store, because everyone name it ‘Leija’s Tavern.’ It’s been my favorite hobby I would want to give local use your phone to pay for deserves a good night;s People need a place to since I was 10.” youth a positive place in things.” sleep.” enjoy themselves.” their community.” Fleet & Family Support Center Fathers and their children FFSC Briefs Although the role of fathers has young women do not feel safe and changed historically over the years, secure in these deep-rooted psycho- To register for any of the following workshops, please fathers play a crucial role in the logical areas of development, both call the FFSC at 601-679-2360. The class may not be healthy development and well-be- can become more predisposed to presented if no one registers, so make sure you call ing of their children, beginning as seek these affirmations elsewhere. if you’re interested! Can’t make the scheduled time? early as birth. For example, fathers With regard to sexual behavior, Call anyway - the workshop facilitator may be able to tend to play with their children dif- researchers have found that ado- work with you one-on-one, give you materials, or let ferently than mothers do. lescents from single-parent families you know when the class will be offered again. All Mothers often emphasize nurtur- are more likely to engage in earlier classes held at FFSC (Building 405) unless otherwise ing while fathers spend more time and more frequent sexual activity. noted engaging in stimulating playful ac- The absence of a father in a teenage tivity and promoting independence. girl’s life, in particular, is the num- Research has found that early posi- ber one predictor of sexual risk-tak- tive father-child interactions can re- ing. In fact, studies indicate that 71 Transition GPS Capstone duce cognitive delay of infants. Fa- percent of early pregnancies occur July 3 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. ther involvement can also improve among women raised in fatherless Ninety days before their separation from weight gain in pre-term infants and For example, infants who receive households. boost early language skills. high affection from their fathers Additionally, children possess- military service, service members will par- When fathers are involved in have a tendency to be more securely ing a good relationship with their ticipate in a CAPSTONE event, which will children’s lives at a young age, tod- attached, enabling them to more fathers are more likely to avoid vio- verify that transitioning service members dlers develop greater abilities to freely explore their environment lence, delinquent and disruptive be- start school with higher levels of when a parent is close by, as well havior, and drugs. Ultimately, chil- completed the Transition GPS curriculum academic readiness. as to more readily accept comfort dren with fathers present are more and achieved Career Readiness Stan- Throughout development, high lev- from their parent after being briefly likely to exhibit pro-social behavior. dards. Service members who require els of father involvement have also separated. As these children become And, it is important to remember been associated with greater child older, they also are more likely to that just because a father is absent additional assistance will be referred to tendencies to be more patient and have better social connections with from the child’s household does not supplemental training opportunities. In increased aptitudes for handling their peers. Therefore, fathers help mean he is absent from his child’s addition, through the CAPSTONE event, the ongoing stressors associated promote a child’s independence, life. Again, research shows that with schooling when compared to sense of self, and a positive lens children benefit from fathers who all service members will be offered a children with fathers who are less through which they can view the foster close attachments with them ‘warm handover’ to appropriate govern- involved. outside world. and maintain an active presence ment agencies and organizations that will Developmentally, children with Fathers impact children of each in their lives. Children don’t need involved fathers are also less like- gender in unique ways. How fathers perfect fathers – if such beings even be able to provide them continued ben- ly to drop out of school, act out in treat the opposite sex, regulate exist; they need caring and involved efits, services, and support as veterans. school, and/or engage in risky be- their emotions, and model a work fathers. The greatest gifts you can See your command career counselor for haviors in adolescence, and there- ethic all play a role in shaping their give your children are your time fore have a positive impact on a children’s attitude toward romantic and understanding. more information child’s academic well-being. relationships, peer relationships, If you need help with your fa- In addition to the increased over- school, and work. For young boys, thering skills, please contact the IA Spouse Discussion Group all health and cognitive develop- fathers can provide the answers to Fleet & Family Support Center ment experienced by children when questions of approval and valida- (601-679-2360). We have classes July 3 from 11 a.m.-noon fathers are present and involved, a tion that a young boy may seek. and one-on-one sessions in which FFSC hosts this IA Spouse Discussion father also can impact a child’s emo- For young girls, fathers can help you can participate to learn how to Group over coffee (or tea). Join other mili- tional and psychological well-being. them meet their need to be seen be the best dad you can be! as valuable. When young men and --From FFSC tary spouses to talk about the challenges of IA deployment, share survival tips, discuss the impact of deployment on children, remind one another about the benefits of The heat is on, stay cool deployment, or just kick back & chat! By Susanne Greene Public Affairs

In the last five years the U.S. Navy has recorded 698 in- Welcome Aboard stances of heat stress, two of which were fatal. Working or July 10 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. playing in hot weather can lead to illness or death if you’re FFSC welcomes you to Meridian by provid- not prepared. “To minimize the likelihood of heat-related illness, ing current information and policies regard- Sailors and civilians should familiarize themselves with ing NAS. Topics covered will include: Navy the Heat Stress Index and avoid strenuous activity or the career choices, FFSC services, Medical, heaviest work during the hottest times of the day,” said Capt. Paul J. DeMieri, M.D., the Naval Safety Center’s Dental, Exceptional Family Member (EFM) Flight Surgeon. “They should hydrate frequently, about a Program, vehicle registration, on- & off- cup of water every 15-to-20 minutes in extreme heat, and base driving regulations, legal services, avoid consuming liquids with any caffeine or alcohol.” According to the Occupational Safety and Health Ad- community services, Chapel & other reli- ministration (OSHA), the heat index takes into account gious services, MWR, things to do at NAS both humidity and air temperature. The higher the heat in- & in Meridian, and more! dex, the hotter the air temperature feels, since sweat does not evaporate and cool the skin. OSHA and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) report that most common heat-related illnesses are heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat rash, and heat cramps. “It’s important to become familiar with signs of heat ill- ness and know the basics of how to start treatment,” DeM- ieri said. Heat Exhaustion is a serious heat-related illness. Symp- toms include elevated body temperature, decreased urine output, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, irritability, thirst, and excessive sweating. If you notice these signs in a shipmate, take them to a medical clinic or dial 911. While you are waiting for medical personnel to arrive, move the person to a cooler area and give them liq- uids to drink, remove all unnecessary clothing, place a cool compress on their head, neck and face or have them wash their head, neck and face with cold water. Heat Stroke is the most dangerous heat illness and can lead to death if not treated immediately. Symptoms of a heat stroke are elevated body temperature, confusion, sei- zures, hot, dry skin or excessive sweating, or loss of con- sciousness. If you notice these symptoms in a shipmate, dial 911 immediately. Also, move the person to a cool area, wet them with cool water, place cold wet clothes, or ice on their body and stay with the person until help arrives. 10 The Skyline ~ June 21, 2018 Navy Medicine East commander visits clinic

Submitted photos Rear Adm. Anne M. Swap, commander Navy Medicine East, left, talks with HM1 Michael Wilson during her visit to Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Meridian onboard NAS Meridian, June 13. Also pictured: Capt. Amy Branstetter, commanding officer of Naval Hospital Pensacola, and Lt. Cmdr. Ken Padgett, officer in charge of NBHC Meridian. Right: Swap awarded Admiral’s coins to Marie Taylor, HN Austin Elliot and Victoria Baker for outstanding work.

NBHC personnel celebrate Navy Corpsman birthday

Submitted photos Above: HM1 Jeremy Mullen, oldest corpsman stationed at NAS Meridian Branch Health Clinic, and HR Adyson Hissong, the youngest corpsman, cut a ceremonial birthday cake at the clinic, June 15. Right: HMC Edison Sayaman, HN Austin Elliott, Medal of Honor recipient HM2 Donald Ballard, HM3 Bishop Sisemore and HM1 Michael Wilson pose for a photo at the Navy Hospital Corpsman Ball in Pensacola, Fla., June 15. Ballard, a Vietnam veteran, was presented the Medal of Honor -- for heroic actions above and beyond the call of duty -- by President Nixon on May 16, 1968.

SECDEF discusses historic summit with South Korean, Japanese counterparts

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