VNG supports statewide severe weather response

After staging Soldiers and Airmen with tactical trucks and chain saws at multiple locations across the state for possible severe weather response, the Virginia National Guard transitioned back to routine operations Oct. 4, 2022. Personnel initially staged at readiness centers to prepare for possible impacts from Hurricane Ian, then resources shifted when a weather system threatened flooding on the Eastern Shore and in the Hampton Roads area. Soldiers deployed, linked up with local emergency managers and were ready to respond if needed.

“Once again the Virginia National Guard demonstrated the ability to rapidly respond and provide requested capabilities to assist fellow Virginians in a time of need,” said Brig. Gen. James W. Ring, Virginia National Guard Director of the Joint Staff. “We are fortunate Virginia did not experience any significant weather impacts during this ever, but the weather impacts in Florida highlight the importance of National Guard readiness in support of multi-agency response.

”Additional Soldiers, Airmen and Virginia Defense Force personnel were on duty providing support to the deployed teams.

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Eight Virginia National Guard Soldiers and four tactical trucks capable of high water transportation stage Oct. 3, 2022, on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, and Soldiers linked up with local emergency managers for possible assistance.