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ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 8, 2024) Lt. Cole Drechsler, from Temecula, California, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147, takes off from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in an F-35C Lightning II in the Atlantic Ocean, May 8, 2024. George Washington is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2024 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility through joint, multinational, and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class August Clawson)

Fighter Squadron 147, Fleet Logistics Squadron 30 Detachment to Forward Deploy to Japan

By Commander, Naval Forces Japan | July 15, 2024

YOKOSUKA, Japan — The U.S. Navy announced today that Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 and Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30, Detachment Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) will forward deploy to...

240714-N-JR318-1120 NORFOLK, Va (July 14, 2024) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) returns to Naval Station Norfolk, July 14, 2024, concluding a nine-month deployment to the Atlantic. Eisenhower, the flagship of the Ike Carrier Strike Group, departed Norfolk October 14, 2023 to conduct a scheduled deployment to U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts, and enhanced vigilance activities operations with NATO Allies and Partners. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Hunter Day)

Unprecedented: Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group Returns from Combat Deployment

By Carrier Strike Group Two (CSG-2) | July 15, 2024

NORFOLK, Va. – The Dwight D. Eisenhower (IKE) Carrier Strike Group (CSG) returned to Norfolk, after a historic nine-month combat deployment to U.S. 5th Fleet, July 14, 2024...

CAM RANH INTERNATIONAL PORT, Vietnam (July 8, 2024) – Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Kannon Brownlow, from Decatur, Indiana, mans the rails aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) while mooring in Cam Ranh, Vietnam, July 8, 2024. As the 7th Fleet flagship, Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and routinely operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Thomas Furnish)

USS BLUE RIDGE Departs Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam

By 7th Fleet Public Affairs Staff | July 15, 2024

CAM RANH, Vietnam — The United States Navy’s 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche departed Cam Ranh, Vietnam following a five-day joint Navy – Coast Guard port...

KINGSTON, Jamaica (July 13, 2024) Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ships USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10) prepares to depart Kingston, Jamaica as part of Continuing Promise 2024. Continuing Promise 2024 helps to strengthen the defense readiness of Caribbean and Latin American partners against malign threats in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adriones Johnson)

USNS Burlington Departs Kingston, Jamaica for Continuing Promise 2024 Deployment

By Seaman Jasmin L. Aquino | July 15, 2024

KINGSTON, Jamaica – U.S. Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10) departed from Kingston, Jamaica, July 13, 2024 after a five-day visit as part of U.S. Naval Forces Southern...

INDIAN OCEAN (July 12, 2024) From front to back: The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118), the Indian Navy Aditya-class replenishment and repair ship INS Aditya (A59), the Indian Navy Visakhapatnam-class stealth guided-missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam (D66), and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) sail together in the Indian Ocean during a joint maritime activity, July 12, 2024. Theodore Roosevelt, flagship of Carrier Strike Group Nine, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Benvie)

The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group conducts joint maritime activity with Indian Forces

By USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group NINE | July 15, 2024

INDIAN OCEAN — The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) operated alongside forces from the Indian Navy in the Indian Ocean, July 12, 2024...

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Don’t Get ‘Ripped’ By Currents And Tides This Summer

By Leslie Tomaino, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions | June 26, 2024

If you’re hitting the beach this summer, Naval Safety Command urges you to be mindful of water conditions and associated risks. Rip currents account for more than 80% of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. According...

Updated Fall Protection Guide Delivers Relevant Guidance, Best Practices

By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | May 20, 2024

Most falls are preventable, and planning, compliance and preparation are key attributes toward achieving an accident-free workplace. Assisting with the foundation for a mishap-free outcome is a primary focus of the Department...

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Maximize Summer Fun While Minimizing Risks

By Melissa Wenger, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | April 29, 2024

Prepare for a summer filled with adventure, but acknowledge the potential for misadventure as well. A memorable experience can be overshadowed by a trip to the hospital – or worse. Understand and manage the risks associated...

This graphic was created to help promote the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Shore Safety Award winners. The annual award recognizes outstanding support and achievement in safety and occupational health. (U.S. Navy layout and design by Leslie Tomaino)

Shore Safety Award Winners Share Common Traits

By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | April 10, 2024

Engaged leadership, adherence to the Navy’s Safety Management System and commitment to Get Real, Get Better principles were all commonalities among the Chief of Naval Operations’ fiscal 2023 Shore Safety award recipients...

NAVSAFECOM Continues Risk Assurance Assessments Across Enterprise

By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | Jan. 31, 2024

Nearly two years since the Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) began its assurance assessment process across the naval enterprise, it has completed over 20 Echelon II/III risk assurance assessments, continuing its focus on risk...