JBPHH to conduct Major Accident Response Exercise

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam will conduct a large-scale emergency response exercise Wednesday.

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The 15th Wing said the Major Accident Response Exercise will simulate a downed aircraft near the installation and is designed to test and improve responders’ ability to handle catastrophic incidents.

Officials emphasized the exercise is only a training drill and not a real-world emergency.

During the exercise, the public may notice increased activity around the base, including emergency response vehicles and additional personnel.

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Officials said the training helps prepare military and emergency crews for potential real-world scenarios.

For more information, please contact 15th Wing Public Affairs at (808) 789-7031 or email [email protected].

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