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U.S. Northern Command is leading the Defense Department's disaster response and relief efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the wake of Hurricane Maria, which made landfall on the U.S. territory Sept. 20. DoD continues to synchronize efforts with the Puerto Rico National Guard and FEMA. Troops and equipment already were assisting authorities in the region, which has seen two other powerful hurricanes, Irma and Jose, in recent weeks.

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Video by Lance Cpl. Jonathon Wiederhold
VMM-264 Supports Disaster Relief Efforts in Puerto Rico
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
Oct. 15, 2017 | 1:06
U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 264 provide aid and relief for Puerto Rico, Oct. 15, 2017. VMM-264 provided supplies and manpower in support of the disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico.
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