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The Marine Corps Protection Community, which includes the provost marshal office (PMO), law enforcement, fire and rescue, and emergency managers, works daily to protect and prepare the Marine Corps Community at large. Discover articles about training, exercises, and other events happening throughout the year at Marine Corps Installations worldwide.

Meteorologists aboard Quantico teach kids about weather and why it’s important July 19, 2016 — When clouds are high up in the sky and resemble pulled-apart cotton balls, it usually means the weather is going to be stable. But when you see mountains of puffy clouds building up lower in the atmosphere, watch out, because a change could be coming. Quantico children learned these tips and more at “All About Weather,” a program sponsored by the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP). They also received a special visit from Cpl. Melisa Baker and Lance Cpl. Mellisa Day, Meteorological and Oceanographic (METOC) Marines posted at Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico (MCAF). MORE

MCAS Cherry Point EOD, CBRN Marines train to neutralize threats July 16, 2016 — Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Explosive Ordnance Disposal and 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense conducted a combined training exercise, here, July 12, 2016. MORE

Managing Hazardous Material on Camp Lejeune July 15, 2016 — Base residents and employees are advised to be cautious in handling hazardous material, such as purchasing only what is needed and disposing of waste appropriately on Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. MORE

Experts talk about information security July 15, 2016 — The following presentation is a collection of questions and answers focused on security of information. Perspectives from the MCINCR-MCB Quantico public affairs officer, the security manager, the operational security manager and the family readiness officers are presented as an informational look at the importance of information security. MORE

CBIRF, FDNY train side by side during search and rescue exercise July 1, 2016 — Chemical Biological Incident Response Force and the Fire Department of New York conducted a three-day training exercise from June 20 to 23 at the FDNY Fire Academy here with a final simulation drill at Grand Central Station in New York City. MORE

Hurricane season: Be aware, get prepared June 24, 2016 — MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII – While many may see the island as paradise, it is important to take caution and prepare for the dangers that come with living on an island in the Pacific. For the citizens of Hawaii, it is never too early to begin preparation for hurricane season, which is June 1 to Nov. 30 in the Central Pacific area, and there are many educational materials available to do so. MORE

Camp Lejeune conducts destructive weather exercise in preparation for hurricane season June 22, 2016 — Marines of Headquarters and Support Battalion and G-3 Operations conducted a destructive weather exercise on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune June 22. The annual exercise helps installation assets practice procedures taken in the event of actual destructive weather. MORE

101 Critical Days of Summer - Heat Injury Safety June 16, 2016 — In Camp Pendleton's weekly newsletter, base safety officials reminded service members and their families about the importance of preventing and protecting against heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat stroke. MORE

I MEF Exercises National Response to Crisis June 13, 2016 — Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force participated in Exercise Ardent Sentry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 7-10, 2016. Ardent Sentry is conducted with U.S. Northern Command-sponsored Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Federal Emergency Management Agency, the National Guard, and U.S. Transportation Command. MORE

Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases June 13, 2016 — Summertime is historically the season in the High Desert and California when mosquito populations increase and with it the chance of contracting a mosquito-borne disease. MORE