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Water surrounds three sailors wearing fire gear including red helmets.

Pipe Patchers

Sailors practice pipe patching during a competition to decide which team can perform the best damage control techniques aboard aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 23, 2023.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Benjamin Ringers VIRIN: 230823-N-GR586-1394W.JPG
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