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VOLUMEVOLUME 70 70 NO. 9 May 10, 2021 ERCA autoloader’s Latest iteration of main battle wraps speed tested at YPG up testing at Cold By Ana Henderson The Extended Range Cannon Regions Test Center (ERCA) weapon system has By Mark Schauer demonstrated it can get the job done. In previous tests and demonstrations, What has outstanding offensive and defensive capability and the ERCA has fired twice as far as any represents the aweing tip of the currently fielded Army cannon and spear in a major land war? has proven to fire pre-loaded rounds It’s the M1A2 System from a limited capacity autoloader Enhancement Package (SEP) magazine 2-3 times as fast as a gun version 3 (v3) , crew. The autoloader’s speed was which wrapped up extensive cold- demonstrated once again during a test weather testing at U.S. Army Cold March 30 at Yuma Proving Ground Regions Test Center (CRTC) this (YPG). winter to ensure it functions as it The autoloader, designed by the should wherever in the world it Army Futures Command’s (AFC) could be called on to serve. Armament Center at Picatinny Since testing at the Department Arsenal, performs cannon loading of Defense’s lone extreme cold tasks mechanically – setting the fuze, natural environment testing The Extended Range Cannon Artillery autoloader’s speed was demonstrated during a test March 30 at U.S. Army Yuma loading the projectile, propellant SEE M1 ABRAMS/6 Proving Ground. (Photo by Ana Henderson) SEE ERCA/5

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YPG’s leadership showed their appreciation of the work performed by the Mission Installation Contracting Command Gen. John Rafferty is pictured talking with Jered Ford during a recent visit. Ford has worked at Yuma Proving Ground for 14 years and is currently the Artillery Branch Chief. (Photo by Ana Henderson) (MICC) in a ceremony April 28. YPG Commander Col. Patrick McFall was joined by Technical Director Larry Bracamonte and Chief of Staff Minerva Peters in presenting the following awards: Certificates ofA ppreciation to Kim Logan, Teresa Dinwiddie, Gail Essary, Steve Tirone, Karen Davis and Edgar Angulo (not pictured). The YPG Commander’s Coin to Frank Employee spotlight Garcia, Tejae Craig and Lillie Griffith (not pictured).T he YPG Command Group thanks the MICC for their hard work and dedication to duty. (Photo by Casey Garcia) By Ana Henderson and the testing associated with them.” Jered Ford has steadily moved up Ford’s next move was into a the ranks at Yuma Proving Ground leadership role, yet he didn’t leave the since starting his career 14 years ago. M&W branch. He served as team lead The Outpost Ford grew up in Northern Arizona for the counter-fire team for about two This Department of Defense newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. and graduated from Northern Arizona years and then for the Artillery 1 team. Contents of The Outpost are not necessarily the official views, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the DoD, or the University in Flagstaff with a In December 2020, Ford was named Department of the Army. the Munitions and Weapons Artillery Published by RISN Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Army, under exclusive written contract. The Mechanical Engineering degree. editorial content of this publication is the responsibility of the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Public Affairs Office. He first heard about YPG from his Branch Chief. He stepped into the position in March of 2021. He knows This newspaper uses material credited to ATEC and ARNEWS. While contributions are solicited, U.S. Army Yuma Grandfather, an Air Force Veteran Proving Ground Public Affairs Office reserves the right to edit all submitted materials and corrections, changes, or the work performed by the M&W living in Yuma, who heard YPG was deletions to conform with the policy of this newspaper. team makes an impact. hiring engineers. News may be submitted to: “Our division is an excellent The Editor, Outpost, Yuma Proving Ground, Yuma, AZ, 85365 Ford was hired in 2007 by YPG test division. It’s very professional Phone: (928) 328–6149 or DSN 899 contractor ECIII as a test officer in and very busy. It’s an important Visit our website at: www.yuma.army.mil the Munitions and Weapons (M&W) or email to: [email protected] test division with the Army’s top branch. He then transitioned to modernization priority on long- Commander: Col. Patrick McFall government service as a civilian Public Affairs Officer: Mark Schauer range precision firing which is in our Public Affairs Specialist/Outpost Editor: Ana Henderson employee a year later. wheelhouse.” Administrative Officer: Casey Garcia For eight years Ford worked as a Adding, “The work that we have Technical Editor, Cold Regions Test Center: Clara Zachgo test officer overseeing test programs been doing is really important to the Visual Information Manager: Riley Williams and learned the foundation of testing. Army Modernization and ultimately to “The experience working with the Soldiers.” teams and external organizations In his free time, Ford enjoys To advertise in TheOutpost call (928) 539-5800 as well as the experience with the exploring the great outdoors with his artillery systems and ammunition have wife of 15 years, Deanna, and their or email [email protected] fed my knowledge about the systems three daughters. Outpost May 10, 2021 3 Celebrating Asian Denim Day As a sign of solidarity and support Harassment/Assault Response and for victims of sexual assault, YPG’s Prevention program members wore American and Pacific Command Group and Sexual denim on April 28, National Denim The Army is committed to: Day. • Reducing the stigma of Islander Heritage Month reporting Submitted by YPG Equal American Heritage Week. In the • Protecting the victim • Increasing prevention, Employment Office same year, Senator Daniel Inouye introduced a similar resolution, investigation, prosecution and May is Asian American and victim capabilities Pacific Islander Heritage Month - a Senate Joint Resolution 72. Neither of these resolutions passed, so in • Increasing training and celebration of Asians and Pacific resources Islanders in the United States. A June 1978, Rep. Horton introduced House Joint Resolution 1007. This • Refining and sustaining rather broad term, Asian/Pacific response capability encompasses all of the Asian continent resolution proposed that the President and the Pacific islands of Melanesia should “proclaim a week, which is For help call: (New Guinea, New Caledonia, to include the seventh and tenth of 24/7 YPG Helpline 928-920-3104 Cathyann Robinson, Col. Patrick McFall, Command Sgt. Maj. Vanuatu, Fiji and the Solomon the month, during the first ten days DoD Safe Helpline 877-995-5247 Herbert Gill, Arlene Gentry. (Photos by Ana Henderson) Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, in May of 1979 as ‘Asian/Pacific Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall American Heritage Week.’” This joint Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and the resolution was passed by the House Federated States of Micronesia) and and then the Senate and was signed by Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawaiian President Jimmy Carter on October Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, 5, 1978 to become Public Law 95- Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, 419. This law amended the original Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French language of the bill and directed the Polynesia and Easter Island). President to issue a proclamation Like most commemorative months, for the “seven day period beginning Asian/Pacific American Heritage on May 4, 1979 as ‘Asian/Pacific Month originated with Congress. American Heritage Week.’” During the next decade, presidents passed Donna Peet, Sylvia Hughes, Minerva Peters, Col. Patrick McFall, Larry Bracamonte, Mark Schauer, Chrissy Randle, Paula In 1977 Reps. Frank Horton of Rickleff. New York introduced House Joint annual proclamations for Asian/Pacific Resolution 540 to proclaim the first American Heritage Week until 1990 ten days in May as Pacific/Asian when Congress passed Public Law 101-283 which expanded Earth Day Cleanup the observance to a month for 1990. Then in 1992, Congress passed Public Law 102-450 which annually designated May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. The month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, YPG’s environmental department organized a desert cleanup on post. The group focused in areas along fence lines and washes where windblown trash accumulates. Picking up trash like food on May 10, 1869. The containers and chip bags helps deter wildlife from crossing into the housing area. YPG is a natural laboratory where majority of the workers the equipment Soldiers use is tested to ensure it works as it should wherever in the world they are called upon to serve. As such, the post has a deeply vested interest in being good stewards of the earth every day of the year. (Photo who laid the tracks were by Ana Henderson) Chinese immigrants. 4 May 10, 2021 Outpost Chaplain’s Corner Long-time YPG employee What for? is remembered for the kids to do the task both “my Chaplain’s Corner way” and then the freedom to see dynamic personality Chaplain Capt. if another way is better, as long as By Teri Womack Jeffrey Crispin there’s a clear understanding of Long-time former Yuma Proving the expectation. For example, the Ground (YPG) employee Mara load of towels and washcloths in Bowman passed away on April 16 Recently I had a visit from my the dryer are folded and put in the of complications from COVID-19 brother-in-law, his wife, and their closet where they belong. The chore while visiting her family in Italy. children that came to stay for a few needs to be done with a reasonable Mara’s career started in the United days. In a moment of clarity, I was deadline, and the kids need to learn States Air Force serving her country thinking about how even though all life skills for when I’m not there to and continued on as Department of four of the adults met each other Defense civilian YPG. Mara recently do it for them. in the same school, we parent in retired in December 2019. As we reach the end of the school different ways. This isn’t about a I’ve heard it said that the best way Long-time former Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) employee year, perhaps it is time to stop as Mara Bowman passed away on April 16. Her friends at YPG competition in parenting, but asking to honor a life is to reflect on how it described her as a “firecracker.” parents and reflect about how we what we are doing to prepare our was lived. are training our kids for the adult they cooked together. She could cook children for their future. Mara loved dressing up for world. As we adjust to a different up a storm and shared it willingly with Some of our parenting is based Halloween, but didn’t limit her dress schedule with the end of the school up shenanigans to just one day a year. her friends here in Arizona along with on the variations that come from year, perhaps a family meeting to At almost any event held on or off her knowledge about wine and how to our families, the social norms of the discuss roles and responsibilities YPG, she usually showed up in some pair it with complimentary foods. community where we grew up, and with some developmental goals sort of wacky costume to light up a Family was of utmost importance the unique family dynamics that to Mara. Her love of her children and might be a chance to get your kids room and put smiles on people’s faces. comes with being a military family. grandchildren was often a huge topic to understand some of the “why?” She never failed at grabbing your One of the things that I observed of conversation. Her heart was proud and “what for” in their growth. attention and making you smile. is that I find that I am more likely and it swelled during those talks. It has been said that, “The best Mara lived her best life plain and than the other three adults in this simple. One meeting with her and you Locally, she counted her beloved dogs use of this life is to invest it in what story to focus on “just get it done,” would never forget her. She was kind, and companions Frittola and Tasha as will outlast your own life.” Our and sometimes I find that I will do it spunky and wild but serious when the family and they were often included children are our contribution to the in her dress up and crazy schemes myself in order to prevent conflict, job needed to get done. She may or future, whether you have biological looking spiffy in their own costumes. or because I want a certain task may not have been in costume because children or not. I hope you will join Even her little Fiat, which she named done a specific way. I’m probably with Mara you never knew. The zany me in looking for opportunities to Luigi, sometimes sported eyelashes not alone in this. woman loved her many personas. make them well equipped for the and a big red nose. She loved her little I had to ask myself if that “get it Born and raised in Italy, Mara had challenges that we will not be there a love of fine wine and excellent Italian car and often entered it in many done” approach to parenting was to walk through with them, both cuisine. Mara enjoyed FaceTiming car shows including Midnight at the in the best interest of my children? in character and competencies that with her daughter Chenoah in Italy as Oasis. In my God given responsibility She turned her circle of friends they will need. That’s the “what for” as a parent, am I doing what is in into a beautiful mosaic that became in parenting. the long-term best interest of my her Arizona family. Her friendships My family and I went through the children becoming who they are were far and wide as during her travel FOCUS program at MCAS recently, created to become? Am I doing adventures, she made friends all over and if this topic is an area you want them a dis-service by not showing the world. to grow, they have some good tools them the way I believe is the best She was kind, compassionate, to help your family. and full of love and light along with way to do an age appropriate task, Thanks for all you do in helping having a witty personality. She was talking about it with them, and raise our YPG kids to be the future a firecracker with a zest for life. It’s then following with opportunities leaders and problem solvers our been said that a life that’s been loved for them to do the task? Do I allow culture will need. Bowman was known for dressing up in wacky costumes for is a life that’s been lived. That is any occasion. (Loaned photos) certainly true for Mara Bowman. Outpost May 10, 2021 5 ERCA because as soon as we put an ERCA FROM PAGE 1 battalion on the battlefield they will and stub charge, closing the breech become the enemy’s number one – in sequence with barrel pointing to priority target because the capability enable cannon firing at unprecedented that it delivers is so significant.” rates. Chris Smith, Cannon Integrated Product Team Lead from the Army Future’s Command Brig. Gen. Armaments Center, whose team is in John Rafferty Director of the Long charge of cannon performance, added Range Precision Fires (LRPF) Cross “With artillery when you are manually Functional Team (CFT) traveled to loading it, they can do it quickly in YPG to see the demonstration first the beginning but then they get tired it hand and to meet the team who is slows down. This automated process behind all the work. will help keep that rate going by He told the team, “The Army is taking the user out of it and also keeps watching what you are doing and they them safe.” are impressed.” Brig. Gen. John Rafferty, Director of the Long Range Precision Fires Cross Functional Team, told the ERCA team, “The Army is After viewing the inner workings watching what you are doing and they are impressed.” That team consists of the Yuma Test of the weapon system, Rafferty along Center (YTC) workforce at YPG, demonstration will be reviewed, Soon what was learned during this with YPG and YTC leadership and the analyzed and applied to the system. demonstration will be put into action Armament Center employees from ERCA teams viewed the live firing Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. and Watervliet “Today we demonstrated the firing once again with higher stakes. of three inert rounds from inside of rate. It gave the Army one more data “We are on the right path. The Arsenal, N.Y, and Project Manager blast protected workspaces at the gun Combat Ammunitions Systems point in terms of building confidence combination of the propellant position. in ERCA ammunition handling magazine, the projectile magazine, employees, also from Picatinny There was little time between each Arsenal. capabilities and possibilities for the and the transfer mechanism is really round and the work was, “Seamless” future,” said Sebasto. magical to see in action. It’s an early The demonstration involved the said Smith, Armament Center’s 31-round full- Rafferty explained, “We are going effort that is going to mature into a “Today was very successful. Today’s to get range and lethality first and then 23-round system that is going to be capacity autoloader using different demonstration was a culmination of types of charges, and the goal was when we are ready we’ll increase the demonstrated late this year,” said a lot of hard work by the Armament rate-of-fire.” Rafferty. to obtain data on how to increase the Center and the industry partners rate-of-fire in ERCA, and to verify to assemble and demonstrate an the technical maturity of the major autoloader for ERCA against the autoloader system subcomponents: requirements that were given a MILITARY SPECIALS AVAILABLE projectile magazine, propellant few years ago,” explained Senior magazine and transfer mechanism. 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Improvements under test included: improved fire control electronics; the armor and onboard diagnostics. (Photos by Sebastian Saarloos) Outpost May 10, 2021 7

Since testing began in January 2020, the SEPv3 was driven more than 2,000 miles in three seasons of sub-Arctic weather, fired hundreds of rounds, and underwent testing of its auxiliary power unit, as well as numerous other sub-systems. “While we were doing the main melted,” said Greg Netardus, Chief for work and brush clearance prior to hit in March 2020, eight members weapon firing, we ran into a system of CRTC’s Test Operation’s Division. construction. of the testing team who had come to issue where we weren’t able to fire,” “All of the equipment was frozen “We used a 40-foot ISO container CRTC from Yuma were especially said Elissa Palm, test officer. “After in: wheeled vehicles carrying the as a base, so there was no dirt work or impacted by sudden restrictions in some pretty extensive troubleshooting, ammunition would not have been able anchoring required,” said Sam Porter, travel and new temporary duty (TDY) we were able to work with the to maneuver down there. It was not CRTC’s Allied Trades Lead. “An ISO authorizations. product manager to identify a fix. safe to put people down here.” container meant we could build it off- “A lot of times on these long-term We were able to prevent non-mission CRTC’s vast expanse includes other site in the shop, where we had cranes tests, we like to trade people in and capable from being fielded and ranges that could be utilized, but not and a man lift. We took the design out so they can get back to their implemented the fix across the fleet, ones that had important infrastructure of the target that was in place and families,” said Palm. “This time it then validated here with additional that the testers needed. modified it.” was really hard for us to get TDY testing.” “We don’t have multiple ready- The mobile target was re-used in the approvals, so the crew was great in Conducting evaluations in the to-fire ranges with targets at known summer, and provides a flexible new extreme cold of an interior Alaskan distances for the tank, so our Allied capability for future tests. that most of them volunteered to stay winter usually brings unexpected Trades shop did a really nice job in a “With this, they should be able to set until the end of the effort.” challenges even for the rugged very short time building a new mobile it up and utilize wherever they are able The M1 and its variants have been professionals of CRTC, and this test target based on a Conex and getting it to fire that gun,” said Porter. tested at U.S. Army Yuma Proving was no different. One night, overflow set up for us,” said Palm. To take advantage of the coldest Ground and its constituent test centers ice from the nearby Delta River The target that CRTC’s Allied temperatures possible, weapons firings for more than 40 years, and likely flooded the gun position, then quickly Trades shop had to recreate on the fly were oftentimes conducted in the will continue to be for as long as the refroze rock-solid. consisted of tall poles upon which a small hours of the morning. Possibly system remains in the ground combat “We had one of the portable latrines target is pulled into place with a hand the most difficult testing challenge, arsenal. This testing has played a with ice that was hip-high: you crank. The fixed target is emplaced in however, occurred earlier in the vital role in keeping the M1 the most weren’t going to move it until it got the ground, which required approvals calendar year: when the COVID crisis capable tank in the world. 8 May 10, 2021 Outpost Lifeguards needed: Training provided at YPG By Ana Henderson on two weekends and the cost is $115 for Across Yuma County there is a lifeguard those affiliated with YPG and $150 for non- shortage due to many factors associated with affiliated. the COVID pandemic. Cordova can be contacted directly at 928- The situation at Yuma Proving Ground’s 261-7063 for more details. (YPG) Kahuna Lagoon Pool is no different. The Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) program at YPG is solving the problem by providing lifeguard training. YPG Lead lifeguard Mindy Cordova is hosting an American Red Cross lifeguard training at YPG. One class was held in April where four lifeguards were certified. Cordova will be hosting another certification session in mid to late May. Some of the requirements include being able to swim a continuous 300 yard swim with controlled breathing, a two-minute tread using only legs and timed brick dive. Those who receive their certification and would like to work at the YPG community pool will have to undergo a security clearance. Cordova explains the Red Cross certification can be used to lifeguard at other locations in YPG Lead lifeguard Mindy Cordova is hosting an American Red Cross lifeguard training certification course atYP G in mid to late May. During Yuma as well. the April course, four new lifeguards were certified. (Photo courtesy of To entice candidates, the classes are held Mindy Cordova) BUILD IT. TEST IT. FLY IT.

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Lead SARC / Who co-chairs the SARB? support to victim and to provide initial one of the hottest and most capacious notification to appropriate commanders. deserts in the United States. The click “submit.” The square box must 8. Quid pro quo / Two types of SH? be clicked in order for the training/ ______and Hostile environment. 7. Consent / A freely given agreement Sonoran Desert covers approximately to sex by a competent person. 120,000 square miles spreading across signature to be validated. The Safety 10. Senior Commander / Who chairs the SARB? Mexico, Arizona and California. The Office will then send you a completed 9. Direct / List the first Bystander certificate that you will upload to 12. Verbal / Three categories of SH? ______, Intervention “D.” desert is full of a variety of wildlife. Non-verbal and Physical contact. Among the variety of creatures to call ATTM on Sharepoint. Only Army 11. Notice the event / Bystander Intervention Test and Evaluation Command 14. EEO / Where do DA Civilians Process is five steps, what is the first? the desert their home are wild horses/ make SH complaints? donkeys, (ATEC) employees use ATTM to 13. Anonymously / What are the three deer, coyotes, 15. Leader Led / How Annual Refresher Trainer ways to submit an SH complaint? rattlesnakes, is to be administered IAW AD 2018-023. Informally, Formally and_____? scorpions, 18. Direct / List the second 16. Expedited / ______Transfer tarantulas, and Bystander Intervention “D.” is to assist in the victim’s recovery. bees to name 19. Unrestricted / Soldiers who 17. VARKS / Provided to victims when their a few. file ______SA reports may personal items are taken away as evidence. request an expedited transfer. It is always 20. Confidentiality / Is a fundamental principle exciting to see 21. Distract / List the third at the core of victims’ services and one of desert critters Bystander Intervention “D.” the cornerstones of the SHARP Program. in the wild but it is important to remember the desert is their home and we need to respect that. Any of the desert animals can be dangerous if approached. track mandatory training. Other Please refrain from approaching YPG tenants should follow their local wildlife to feed them or take photos. guidelines. Also, be cautious when bees are Once you are in ATTM, scroll down in the area. Do not swat at bees or to YPG – CY21 SAW Training (May otherwise aggravate them. The more Module) and upload the certificate you agitated they get, the more likely they received from the Safety Office. will be to swarm/attack and sting you. As always, the training information For more information on Desert that is provided each month is Creatures access the following link guaranteed to be useful, relevant as on the YPG Intranet: https://intranet. well as entertaining! So whether you yuma.army.mil/cmd/Safety/ are ATEC, Mission, Garrison, Military SitePages/SAW%20Training%20 Free Fall School, Medical Clinic, Site.aspx contractor or any other YPG tenant, After viewing the training material this training is for you. use the drop down menu located If you have any questions please below the training link under contact Jeni Williams at 928-328- “Acknowledgements, “choose the 2323/928-581-6920 or via email at [email protected] 10 May 10, 2021 Outpost Outpost May 10, 2021 11 Shearwater uses new equipment to spruce up installation and keep crews safe Delicious Cajun Inspired AKA ICONS Grill American Food and Drinks 11411 S. Fortuna Rd. By Ana Henderson 928-955-0101 It seems every corner you look 11 am - 9 pm zydecogrill.com around the installation, a member 28646 of the Shearwater / EMI Services Team is working on some aspect of up-keeping. Most recently they have been using the new stump grinder for the removal for of about 10 salt cedar trees. The stumps were not only an eye sore but also a great Don Parks used a stump grinder for the removal of salt seeder stumps. The stumps were not only an eye sore place for spiders, snakes, and but also a place for spiders, snakes, and other venomous critters to hide. (Photo courtesy of Jaysen Lockett) other venomous critters to hide. “They can also be a potential The Shearwater / EMI Services trailer, drive the equipment on fire hazard,” tells Shearwater Team recently acquired eight and lift them hydraulically. This / EMI Services employee Don pieces of equipment which helps prevent any potential back Parks who worked on the project. include a stump grinder, two injuries.” Authentic Taqueria “Some of those stumps are three riding lawn mowers, two drop bed As of the printing of this article, with the best street tacos feet in diameter and takes time,” trailers, road grader, gannon, and Shearwater / EMI Services Team adds Parks. a bush hog rotary mower. The had more than 600 days without Shearwater / EMI Services’ acquisition of the equipment was a vehicle accident and more than team is responsible for made possible with the support of 800 days without an accident maintenance and repair of the YPG’s Department of Public resulting in loss of work time. 1.800.273.TALK facilities and infrastructure of Work (DPW), Pat Driscoll and “Safety is an issue YPG and the YUMA PROVING almost all of Yuma Proving Tom Cimins who understand the Shearwater / EMI Services will GROUND Ground (YPG) and Yuma importance of good equipment to not compromise” adds Lockett. Test Center aside from the do a job properly and safely. “Safety is our top priority, we housing area. All 14 acres of Shearwater / EMI Services want to work smart and be safe. HOTLINE 11242 S. Foothills Blvd. Cox Field and other grassy Project Manager Jaysen Lockett We have the benefit of working 928-256-3114 explains, “The equipment not for a company and a leader that 928.920.3104 Open 9am-8pm and zeroscape areas around the 28644 installation require some type of only helps my team be more truly believes in safety,” says maintenance, throughout the year. effective, but also helps make Shearwater / EMI Services With YPG being nearly the size of their work a lot safer. For General Maintenance Worker Rho de Island, the job is a huge example the drop trailer, instead Adrian Villarreal. undertaking. of climbing up and down on a In the coming weeks and trailer, we can actually lower the months, the crew will be working on brush clearing to avoid any fire hazards and removing unsafe hanging tree branches, spraying herbicide to keep weeds under control, and fogging for mosquito control in preparation for monsoon season. The YPG community will also notice another crew on-site laying all the conduit to replace copper

As of the printing of this article, Shearwater / EMI Services Team had more than 600 days without a vehicle lines with fiber on the Howard accident and more than 800 days without an accident resulting in loss of work time. (Photo by Ana Henderson) Cantonment Area. 12 May 10, 2021 Outpost