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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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Gen Joseph L. Lengyel and Major General John Nichols - Harvey Update
Texas Military Department
Aug. 28, 2017 | 1:56
Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Gen Joseph L. Lengyel and Adjutant General of Texas, Major General John Nichols give an update on operations in response to Harvey and what the future holds.
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