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Hurricane season: What you need to know to stay ahead of the storm
May 21, 2013
June 1 marks the beginning of the 2013 hurricane season in the U.S., kicking off six months of the threat of tropical weather affecting the Hampton Roads area. Throughout this year's hurricane season, it is imperative for members of the JBLE community to be prepared in case of severe weather. Whether riding out the storm at home or evacuating to safe haven, knowing information ahead of time can help prepare the community for the worst. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Katie Gar Ward/Courtesy photo/Released)
JBLE weather warriors: The first line of defense against nature's wrath
May 21, 2013
(From left) U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Adam Ybarra and Daniel McGonigle, 1st Operations Support Squadron weather flight forecasters, use a TMQ-53 tactical meteorological observing system to gather weather data on the flightline at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 14, 2013. While most of the weather flight’s operations center around Langley AFB’s and Fort Eustis’ respective flying missions, their forecasts provide weather data to tenant units and support agencies to assist in mission and training plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jason J. Brown/Released)
Langley Bioenvironmental Engineering: Protection through detection
May 20, 2013
Emergency responders proceed to a contaminated building during a training exercise at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 16, 2013. The participants wear these full-encapsulation suits in response to an unknown scenario to prevent what might be lethal contamination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill/Released)
JBLE Veterinary Treatment Facilities: A four-legged mission
May 17, 2013
U.S. Army Maj. Gerri Fletcher, Public Health Command, Fort Eustis branch chief, feeds a week-old kitten at the Langley Air Force Base Veterinary Treatment Facility, Va., May 10, 2013. The kitten was found abandoned and brought to the veterinary clinic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Teresa Aber/Released)
Chief honors heroic weather veteran
May 17, 2013
Photos of 2nd Lt. Robert Shaw, along with a collection of photos of his family and the island where he passed away, are made into a collage. Shaw, a U.S. Army Air Forces weatherman, died in World War II after sacrificing his life to protect his fellow soldiers. (Photo by Air Force Airman Areca T. Wilson/ Released)
Langley Airman crowned 'Ultimate Champion' at Warrior Games
May 17, 2013
Capt. Mitchell Kieffer sprints at the Academy indoor track during the Wounded Warrior Games Training Camp held in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 17, 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo/Desiree N. Palacios)
Eustis ‘road warriors’ go the extra mile
May 15, 2013
Bill Von Ohlen, Anderson Field House sports and fitness branch director (right), fires a pistol to signal the start of the Fort Eustis Running Club’s Army Ten-Miler team tryouts at Fort Eustis, Va., May 15, 2013. The running club meet on post and in the surrounding area to offer an easily accessible, comprehensive experience for all interested runners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class R. Alex Durbin/Released)
Shifty supplements: dangers of dietary aids
May 15, 2013
Adding supplementation to a diet and workout plan can have benefits, but Service members should be wary. Some supplements have been banned for health concerns, and one has even been linked to the death of three Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill/Released)
Engineers, EOD technicians reap ‘explosive’ training opportunities at new range
May 14, 2013
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Foster, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, prepares to use the new EOD range as an opportunity for training. As operations tempo remains high for EOD technicians, maximizing training opportunities remains critical for EOD teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle/Released)
Dimensions of wellness: Spiritual fitness
May 14, 2013
The idea of spiritual fitness involves strengthening a set of principles, values or beliefs that give meaning and purpose to a person’s life. Because of the unique challenges that come with a military lifestyle, spiritual wellness is critical to a Service member’s readiness. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Katie Gar Ward/Photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria Taylor/Released)