FORT HAMILTON, BROOKLYN--Major Jody Lupo, the new commander of the 24th Civil Support Team, stands in front of the members of his specialized unit after taking command from Lt. Col. Kaarlo Hietala during Change of Command ceremonies here on Wednesday, March 9. The 21-member team of New York National Guard Soldiers and Airmen is specially trained to detect the presence of chemical, biological, and radiological agents and works with civilian first responders and other agencies in the New York City metropolitan area.
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WSTM -- Thu, 10 Oct 2024 Syracuse based National Guard troops deployed to assist in Milton response More than 40 Syracuse-based National Guard soldiers have been deployed to Florida to assist in the response to Hurricane Milton. Sixty-five total National Guard members from across the state... (more)
WHEC -- Wed, 09 Oct 2024 Its pretty devastating: Army National Guard members, Chinook helicopters return after relief efforts in Carolinas (videos) ROCHESTER, N.Y. While Florida is dealing with the wrath of Hurricane Milton, many people in the Carolinas are still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Helene two weeks ago. Three Chinook... (more)
WCAX -- Wed, 09 Oct 2024 New York sends National Guard to Florida ( Video) Hurricane victims will receive a helping hand from the Empire State as New York is sending aid to Florida in the wake of Milton.