Latest "disaster-relief" stories

Federal officials unveil aid for water, shelter as Maui residents reel

The Biden administration is seeking $12 billion in additional money for the government’s disaster relief fund.

6 weeks ago

USS Sampson provides disaster relief to Tonga after volcano eruption, tsunami

MH-60R Seahawk helicopters assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 49 conducted aerial damage assessments and air-dropped supplies to the local population.

By Rachel Nostrant

20 months ago

USS Arlington arrives in Haiti to support disaster relief

The Arlington left its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia on Aug. 17 with Fleet Surgical Team 2 aboard to help provide victims of the natural disaster advanced medical capabilities.

By Diana Stancy Correll

2 years ago

Australian air force takes lead on tri-national Cope North 2020 humanitarian exercise

Cope North 2020 united the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Forces and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force in a 17-day-long simulation.

By Olivia Vermane

4 years ago

Troops who responded to hurricanes last year eligible for Humanitarian Service Medal

Service members who responded to locations hit by three major hurricanes last year for disaster relief are eligible for the Humanitarian Service Medal.

By Stephen Losey

6 years ago

McCain opposes disaster relief bill, saying it could hurt the military

Senate Armed Services Chairman John McCain on Thursday voted against disaster relief legislation and an extension of the federal debt ceiling because he believes an attached budget extension will cause numerous problems for the Defense Department.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago