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THIS WEEK KAMOLOL DAY KWAJALEIN CELEBRATES 2 SPECIAL GUESTS ON USAG-KA 6 U.S. AMBASSADOR TO THE REPUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL ISLANDS ROXANNE CABRAL DELIVERS MAJURO TEAM REMARKS DURING THE 78TH ANNUAL KWAJALEIN KAMOLOL DAY CELEBRATION ON EBEYE, FEB. 9. BATTLES SPARTANS Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 72022 / Volume 63 Number 7 1 JESSICA DAMBRUCH The Kwajalein Hourglass
Marshallese security and police officers from the Re- public of the Marshall Is- lands National Police and the Kwajalein Atoll local government march during the Kwajalein Kamolol Day parade on Ebeye, Feb. 9. This year’s celebration marks the 78th anniversary of the liberation of Kwaja- lein Atoll during WWII. The celebration has grown over the years to include live mu- sic, dance performances, a parade featuring floats and a marching band, and spe- cial remarks delivered by Marshallese traditional and government leaders. In 2022, Kwajalein Kam- olol Day is also a celebra- tion of Marshallese culture, featuring sailing and sports events, as well as an op- portunity for the diplomatic community of allies in the Indo-Pacific region to share in honoring the RMI and its continued commitment to preserving peace and mutu- ally beneficial partnerships for years to come. U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH THE KWAJALEIN HOURGLASS The Kwajalein Hourglass is named for the insignia of Contents of the Hourglass are not necessarily official Garrison Commander.....................Col. Thomas Pugsley the U.S. Army's 7th Infantry Division, which liberated views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, De- Garrison CSM............Command Sgt. Maj. Ismael Ortega the island from the forces of Imperial Japan on Feb. partment of Defense, Department of the Army or US- Public Affairs Officer....................................Mike Brantley 4, 1944. The Kwajalein Hourglass is an authorized AG-KA. It is published Saturdays in accordance with Communications Manager............................Randall Hisle publication for military personnel, federal employees, Army Regulation 360-1. Editor............................................Jessica “JD” Dambruch contractor workers and their families assigned to U.S. Phone: Defense Switching Network 254-5169 Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll. Local phone: 5-5169 Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 2 The Kwajalein Hourglass
U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH Attendees at Ebeye’s Kwajalein Kamolol Day celebration on Feb. 9 heard special remarks delivered by some of the atoll’s most prolific leaders. From left: Iroijlaplap and Kwajalein Atoll Sen. Michael Kabua; Republic of the Marshall Islands President David Kabua; and Kwa- jalein Atoll local government Mayor Hirata Kabua. ATOLL CELEBRATES KWAJALEIN KAMOLOL DAY Traditional leaders, distinguished guests and atoll community members celebrat- ed the 78th annual Kwajalein Kamolol Day on Ebeye, Feb. 9, to commemorate the liberation of Kwajalein Atoll during WWII. This year’s weeklong celebration fea- tured the presentation of a new Kwa- jalein Atoll flag designed by Iroijlaplap and Kwajalein Atoll Sen. Michael Kabua, passed in a resolution by the Kwajalein Atoll local government and endorsed by the Republic of the Marshall Islands national government. The new design 1 echoes the colors of the Marshall Is- lands’ flag and bears two green palm fronds and a symbolic white flower. Guests enjoyed musical performances by the Mon La Mike Band, the Kwajalein High School Marching Band from U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll and a special dance exhibition by Ebadõn Tõt Jepta. Special remarks were delivered by Iroijlaplap and Kwajalein Sen. Michael Kabua; RMI President David Kabua; KALGOV Hirata Kabua; and U.S. Am- bassador to the RMI Roxanne Cabral, who delivered the entirety of her re- marks in Marshallese. Following the event, distinguished vis- itors and invited guests enjoyed dinner 2 3 at Enen Jabro, the home of Iroijlaplap and Sen. Michael Kabua. The attend- ing public enjoyed a reception dinner at the Bolkeim Community Center. Others checked out the nights’ basketball tour- nament between the Majuro Coopera- tive School’s Mad Dog men’s basketball team and Ebeye’s Seventh-day Adventist Shark Attack. 4 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH 1) Australian Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands School’s men’s basketball team Mad Dog march during the Kwaja- Brek Batley accepts a wut marmar from a female representative lein Kamolol Day parade. 4) Ebeye resident Carmen Jeadrik is ready of Kwajalein Atoll. 2) Marshallese police officers unfold the flag of to sing with her fellow choir members from the Good News Choir the Marshall Islands Feb. 9 during Ebeye’s 78th annual Kwajalein of Ebeye’s Kwajalein Atoll United Church of Christ. Jeadrik recently Kamolol Day celebration. 3) Players from the Majuro Cooperative retired after more than 25 years of service on USAG-KA. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 3 The Kwajalein Hourglass
1 2 3 4 5 6 1) Passengers dressed in Kwajalein Atoll Sen. Michael green board a Kwajalein fer- Kabua, left, and Taiwan Am- ry bound to Ebeye for Kwa- bassador to the RMI Jeffrey jalein Kamolol day Feb. 9. 2) Hsiao share a laugh together Theresa Kedi, left, USAG-KA following the ceremony. 5) A Commander Col. Tom Pugs- special moment: the unveil- ley, center, and U.S. Ambas- ing of the new Kwajalein Atoll sador to the RMI Roxanne flag designed by Michael Ka- Cabral react during remarks bua. 6) Ebeye Assembly of delivered by Kwajalein Atoll God Senior Pastor Rev. Kaoru 7 local government Mayor Hi- Kaious approaches the podi- rata Kabua, who thanked um during the 78th annual Pugsley for his dedication Kwajalein Kamolol Day cel- U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH to keeping COVID-19 out of ebration. 7) U.S. Army Gar- the RMI. 3) Shawna Pugs- rison-Kwajalein Atoll Com- ley, left, and Col. Pugsley mander Col. Tom Pugsley walk in the opening parade visited with young members together. 4) Iroijlaplap and of the Kabua family. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 4 The Kwajalein Hourglass
1 2 3 4 5 6 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH 7 8 1) Marshallese police officers fold the new flag of Kwajalein Atoll young Ebeye resident checks out the Ebadõn Tõt Jepta performance. during the ceremony. 2) Led by Darryl Lorok, far left, dancers from 7) U.S. Ambassador Roxanne Cabral, left, and U.S. Embassy Majuro the Ebadõn Tõt Jepta perform “Biit” and “Jurbak.” 3) Vocalist DJ Deputy Chief of Mission Jeremiah Knight visit together following the Lorok performs with the Mon La Mike Band. 4) The U.S. Army Garri- ceremony. 8) Visiting teammates from Mad Dog, the Majuro Coop- son-Kwajalein Atoll Kwajalein High School Marching Band performs erative School basketball team, compete with Shark Attack, from in the Kamolol Day parade. 5) A Kwajalein Atoll reception team Ebeye’s Seventh-day Adventist School, following the 78th annual prepares food for the community’s post-ceremony celebration. 6) A Kwajalein Kamolol Day celebration. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 5 The Kwajalein Hourglass
2 1 DISTINGUISHED VISITORS MEET ON USAG-KA1 4 3 6 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH 5 1) Shawna Pugsley, center, arranges a buf- fet with help from Kendal Warren. 2) Guests 7 Distinguished government visitors from enjoy the evening gathering. 3) USAG-KA the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Commander Col. Tom Pugsley welcomes Australia and United States, enjoyed a Republic of the Marshall Islands President specially prepared buffet during a social David Kabua to Quarters 241. 4) He sings! event at the home of USAG-KA Com- Kwajalein Atoll Sen. David Paul performs mander Col. Tom Pugsley Feb. 10. with the help of some piano accompani- Occurring during Kwajalein Atoll’s ment. 5) RMI President David Kabua, left, Kamolol Day celebration, the gathering U.S. Ambassador to the RMI Roxanne provided the opportunity for interna- Cabral, center, and Pugsley check out the tional colleagues and local government view on the Qtrs. 241 patio. 6) RMI Chief officials to convene in a friendly environ- Secretary Kino Kabua, left, and U.S. Embas- ment to discuss ideas and share experi- sy Majuro Deputy Chief of Mission visit to- ences. gether during the gathering. 7) RMI guests dip into the buffet to sample slow-roasted pork, poke and an array of desserts. 8) Pug- sley, Shawna Pugsley, center, and Kabua share a laugh in the Pugsley’s living room. 8 Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 6 The Kwajalein Hourglass
SPARTANS I MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. MAJURO COOP MAD DOG Players from Mad Dog, the Majuro Cooperative School’s men’s basketball team, after playing Kwajalein High School’s Spartans I at the Corlett Recreation Center. Also pictured, from left, USAG-KA Commander Col. Tom Pugsley; Mad Dog Coach Melu Wase, center, and Republic of the Marshall Islands President David Kabua. 1 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH 2 Fans, family members and visiting attend- ees from Ebeye, Majuro and Kwajalein packed the Corlett Recreation Center on U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll Feb. 10, as two atoll basketball teams compet- ed for a mid-season win. The game enabled both teams to show- case their teamwork and coordination on the court. Ultimately, Kwajalein High School Spartan I Men’s basketball was de- feated by Mad Dog, from Majuro’s Coop- erative School, 54 to 31. Overall, it was a good experience, said Spartan I coach Rebecca Hiller. “Our players enjoyed how many fans showed up to cheer them on,” Hiller said, 3 4 adding that she enjoyed the fun tourna- ment environment. The game was also the first opportunity for some new Spar- tan I players to compete in a high school athletic environment. Following the game, the Spartans re- ceived a post-competition briefing from Pugsley, and met mid-court for a gift ex- change and the chance to meet their op- ponents. Next, the Majuro team gathered for a post-game photo with perhaps their biggest fan—Republic of the Marshall Is- lands President David Kabua. 5 1)A basketball fan shows team spirit with a Mad Dog banner. 2) The bleachers are full, and the Corlett Recreation Center had standing room only on Feb. 10 during the basketball game between Mad Dog and Spartan I. 3) The game was full of fast-paced action and exciting plays. 4) USAG-KA Commander Col. Tom Pugsley gives the Spartans a post-game brief. 5) The Spartans’ Sean Hepler, left, and Michael Lojkar greet Mad Dog teammates in a post-game gift exchange. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 7 The Kwajalein Hourglass
Lt. Col. Aquilla "JimmIE" Dyess U.S. Marine Corps Commander of the 1st Battalion 24th Marines January 9, 1909—February 2, 1944 REMEMBER BIG RED bold—they knew him for his bravery as a KWAJALEIN HOURGLASS FILE PHOTO In addition to his civilian and military leader. Cpl. Frank Pokrop was among the honors, in January 1945, the USS Dyess, a The Kwajalein Hourglass honors Lt. Col. Marines on Roi and Namur in early Feb- Gearing-class destroyer, was christened Aquilla “Jimmie” Dyess, U.S. Marine ruary 1944. He recalls watching Dyess in Texas by Connor Cleckley Dyess, the Corps commander of 1st Battalion, 24th often stand above the trench line while late lieutenant colonel’s wife. Marines, who fought and fell in battle at enemy fire strafed his Marines—all to To this day, Dyess is remembered well Roi and Namur Feb. 2, 1944. get a better look at the front, to direct his in his home state. The Jimmie Dyess As a youth, Dyess earned the rank of men. Dyess was always at the front of the Symposium convenes annually to honor Eagle Scout. In July 1928 he saved two charge, always leading. Veterans and commemorate Dyess’ life. swimmers from drowning while on va- On February 2, Dyess stood once again State Route 383, a major roadway in Au- cation at Sullivan’s Island off the coast of to assess the battlefield when he was gusta, Georgia, is now known as the Jim- Charleston, South Carolina. For his life- struck in the head with a single shot, mie Dyess Parkway. Also in Augusta, in saving act, Dyess was awarded the Car- killing him instantly. He was only 35 2013, the Young Marines national youth negie Medal for heroism during peace- years old. He was survivied by a wife and organization chose Jimmie Dyess as the time. He attended Clemson College, daughter. namesake for their unit. On Roi, a me- where he trained as an architect before Dyess was laid to rest in the 4th Marine morial commemorates the sacrifice of working as a summer camp counselor Division Cemetery on Roi and Namur. In Dyess and his men, just outside of Dyess and general contractor. In 1936, Dyess 1948, he was reinterred in his home state Army Airfield. earned an appointment as a second lieu- of Georgia, at Memorial Park Cemetery This week marks the 78th anniversa- tenant in the Army Infantry Reserve. in Augusta. ry of the liberation of Kwajalein Atoll. He preferred to go by Jimmie. His To date, Dyess is the only person in his- As you commute across the battlefields friends called him “Big Red.” To his men, tory to receive both the Carnegie Medal each day, take a moment to remember it is an understatement to say Dyess was and Congressional Medal of Honor. those who made the ultimate sacrifice. COURTESY OF ARCADIA PUBLISHING 1 PHOTO BY AUGUSTA MUSEUM OF HISTORY 2 1) At the wedding of Connor Cleckley and Aquilla James Dyess on Novem- ber 7, 1934 are, from left to right, Claud Caldwell, Mary Cleckley (Creson), Mrs. Cleckley, Dr. Hervey Cleckley, Connor Cleckley, Aquilla James Dyess, Preston Motes and John Lawrence Dantzler. 2) A display of Dyess’ per- sonal effects at the Augusta Museum of History. To date, Dyess is the only person in history to receive both the Congressional Medal of Hon- or in WWII for heroic action and the Carnegie Medal, an award to honor heroism during peacetime. 3) The USS Dyess, a Gearing-class destroyer was named in honor of Dyess' bravery in the Marshall Islands. In this 1962 photo, it is underway in the Mediterranean Sea. The Dyess was cristened 3 in a ceremony Jan. 26, 1945, by Dyess' wife, Connor Cleckley Dyess. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 8 The Kwajalein Hourglass
BUILDING A KWAJ GO-BAG FOR EMERGENCIES Here’s what you’ll need: 16. Plastic bags to protect items 1. A one-gallon jug of water for each 17. A three-day supply of freshwater for Say a USAG-KA-wide disaster strikes—one person in your household each person in your household. *At that cuts off residents’ access to electricity, 2. A one-day supply of non-perishable least one gallon per person per day water, shopping and communications. Will food to cover every person in your 18. Three-five-day supply of non-per- you and your family be ready? household ishable food to cover all family Read on to learn about the sundry items 3. Manual can opener members to go out and grab to make your own sur- 4. Eating utensils, cups and plates 19. Hats vival kit. In the event of a crippling event— 5. Sensible clothing 20. Sunscreen such as a destructive typhoon—you’ll be 6. Rain gear, such as ponchos 21. Insect repellant glad you did. 7. Blanket for each family member 22. Baby wipes First grab a large travel bag or suitcase 8. First-aid kit 23. Towels and then cram it with these items. This is 9. Short-term supply of all required 24. Matches/lighters for starting fires what you’ll want to bring along to the evac- prescription medications taken by 25. Propane or charcoal for grill uation shelter in the event of a disaster. members of the household 26. Short-term supply of all required In addition to preparing a go bag to take 10. Short-term supply of common over- prescription medications taken by along to the evacuation shelter, you should the-counter medications members of the household also prepare a post-disaster supply kit. This 11. Personal hygiene items 27. Short-term supply of common over- should be packed in a water-tight container 12. Battery powered radio the-counter medications and left inside your living quarters. 13. Flashlight 28. Pet food, when applicable 14. Fresh batteries 15. Entertainment items for kids U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY PFC. LISA-MARIE MILLER A U.S. Army Green Beret with 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) sets up solar panels for operational communications at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California. The solar panels enable special operations forces to operate their equipment in the most remote locations and continue training forward of conventional forces while moving as a team through rough desert terrain, simulated ambushes and limited communications. U.S. Army releases ITS Climate Strategy strategy is the next step in the Army’s iness and resilience in the face of cli- decades-long effort to combat climate mate-related threats. Changing climate By U.S. Army Public Affairs change in support of national security conditions requires the Army to meet interests. new operational challenges, expand di- WASHINGTON—The U.S. Army an- “The time to address climate change saster response missions, and address nounced the release of its first Climate is now. The effects of climate change risks to our people and lands. Strategy that guides decision making in have taken a toll on supply chains, dam- These Army-wide efforts include en- response to threats from climate that aged our infrastructure, and increased hancing resilience and sustainability on affects installation and unit sustainabil- risks to Army Soldiers and families our installations, reducing sustainment ity, readiness and resilience. The strate- due to natural disasters and extreme demand, and preparing a climate-ready gy directs how the Army will maintain weather,” said Secretary of the Army, force with the appropriate knowledge, its strategic advantage through deliber- Christine Wormuth. “The Army must skills, concepts, and plans necessary to ate efforts to reduce future climate im- adapt across our entire enterprise and operate in a climate-altered world. pacts and risks to readiness and nation- purposefully pursue greenhouse gas The Army will remain the domi- al security. mitigation strategies to reduce climate nant land fighting force by adapting to Experts have shown that climate risks. If we do not take action now, changing global conditions including change increases worldwide drought across our installations, acquisition and climate change. This strategy will posi- and insecurity, which places demands logistics, and training, our options to tion our installations and supply chains on fragile states and contributes to food mitigate these risks will become more to better withstand extreme weather, scarcity, migration, and security con- constrained with each passing year.” improve our training relevancy to a cerns, and threatens U.S. national se- The Army developed its Climate changing world, and our Soldiers will curity interests and defense objectives. Strategy as a roadmap of actions that fulfill their missions under the harshest As a guide for future decisions, this will enhance unit and installation read- conditions. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 9 The Kwajalein Hourglass
College and Career Fair sional journey with Kwajalein’s students on March 24 during the College, Career VOLUNTEERS WANTED and Military Fair. Register in advance by emailing Wallachl@kwajalein-school. com. College, Career and Military Fair Your presentation can explore any of March 24, 2022 the items below: 1:40 - 3:40 p.m. • requirements for a variety of careers Kwajalein High School • various roads to specific careers • various working conditions and op- Attention, Professionals in the • portunities available financial and other benefits RMI DMV VISIT Kwajalein Community: Each year, the Kwajalein School Sys- • your insights and enjoyment of your The Republic of the Marshall Islands tem produces a series of career fairs to chosen career Department of Motor Vehicles will visit help equip students with knowledge Kwajalein Atoll to process and issue RMI about professional options for college, If you would prefer to highlight your driver’s licenses and renewals. careers and military service. college or military experiences, consider Students enrolled in grades seven providing students with the following: Feb. 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Roi Library through 12 are invited to learn about • your motivation Feb. 28, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Kwaj RMI exciting pathways to the future at the • pros and cons of your decision Liaison Office, Downtown annual Kwajalein High School College, • variety of options gained Career and Military Fair. • program of study and timelines To renew or get a new RMI driver’s li- Students visit with volunteer present- • Benefits, costs, and scholarships cense, bring a current picture identifica- ers during the trade show/poster session tion card (ex.: a stateside driver’s license, event to learn about the many varied ca- Table Design K- or C-badge or passport). Cost is $20. reers and expertise on Kwajalein. Share Be creative! Tables can reflect your per- with students how you picked your goal sonality or career. Presenters are encour- Questions? Call the RMI Representative and adapted to face the challenges of the aged to bring in college swag, military to USAG-KA’s office at 5-3620 or 5-3600, changing workplace to balance work, life memorabilia, and multimedia and in- or the USAG-KA Host Nation Office at and higher education. formational tools you can use to share 5-2103 or 5-5325. KSS invites you to share your profes- your journey with students. Country Club Game Day Menu Sunday, Feb. 13m 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kwajalein MIA Project NEVER FORGET. https://kwajaleinmiaproject.us/ Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 10 The Kwajalein Hourglass
CHILD AND YOUTH SERVICES - U.S. ARMY GARRISON-KWAJALEIN ATOLL NAMO WETO YOUTH CENTER Tuesdays - Closed Wednesdays - Keystone 11:40 a.m. Tremendous Trivia - 4:30 p.m. Thursdays - Torch Club 11:40 a.m. Documentary or Movie - 3 p.m. Fridays - Frappuccinos- 3 p.m. Fridays - Fitness Challenge - 4 p.m. Saturdays - Smoothies- 3 p.m. Sundays - Keystone Officers - 4:15 p.m. and Art Activity YOUTH CENTER SPECIAL EVENTS Feb. 12 - Family Feud - 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 - Pie Day - 4 p.m. Super Bowl Re-Watch - 6 p.m. Feb. 17 - Community Painting 4:45 p.m. Feb. 19 - Family Feud - 7:30 p.m. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER SCHOOL-AGE CARE Feb. 22 - Youth Center Closed for President’s Day Water Play Day Reminder Tuesdays - Art Feb. 24 - Commmunity Painting - 4:45 The pool is more fun when we are pre- Wednesdays - Functional Fitness and p.m. pared for a great swim. Please send Culture Feb. 26 - Variety show Dress Rehearsal your child with water clothes, dry Thursdays - STEM - 4 - 6 p.m. clothes, a towel and a swim diaper (if Fridays - Recreation Family Feud - 7:30 p.m. needed). Saturdays - Character Counts Feb. 27 - Variety Show - 7 p.m. Baru Classroom 4-H Parent Information Fridays - Infants and young toddlers, Feb. 23 - 26 - Robotics, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. CYS will be closed Feb. 22 for President’s Water Play Day Feb. 26 - Open Rec Day. Bako (Pre-K) Classroom Register in Central Registration for Feb. Tuesdays - STEAM Swim Day 17, 18 and 19 school half-days. Wednesdays - Creative Movement Thursdays - Music, Library Fridays - Functional Fitness Saturday - Music, Reading Buddies The Millican Family Pool will close at 2:30 p.m. Sunday Feb.13 for the Kwajalein swim team Swim Meet. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 11 The Kwajalein Hourglass
ISLAND EVACUATION MAP There is no time like the present to preplan for success and safety when facing unexpected circumstances posed by natural disasters. Have questions about island safety? Contact USAG-KA Safety Officer Deirdre Wyatt-Pope at 5-1442. Kwajalein Resident Evacuation Plan A — Kwajalein High School B — Dental Facility, Bldg. 357 C — Warehouse, Bldg. 602 D — All bachelor quarters E — Kwajalein Hospital F — Jabro Transient Facility, A or Macy’s, Bldg. 704 G — Grace Sherwood Library, Bldg. 805 H — Religious Education Building, Bldg. 671 B Shelter Locations for Zones 1 – 11 Zone 1: Kwajalein High School, Bldg. 361 Zone 2: Grace Sherwood Library Zone 3: Jabro Transient Facility, or Macy’s Zone 4: Floors 2 and 3 of bachelor quarters Zone 5: Public Works Administration, Bldg. 804 D Zone 6: Jabro Transient Facility, or Macy’s, Bldg. 704; Religious Education Bldg. 671 C Zone 7: Dehumidified Warehouse, Bldg. 993 Zone 8: Kwajalein Fire Department, Bldg. 904 Zone 9: Reagan Test Site, Bldg. 1010 Zone 10: None D Zone 11: DCCB, Bldg. 1500 The shelter evacuation plan for Kwajalein housing residents and during off-duty hours is limited to three primary locations: Bldg. 361, 805 and 704. E The upper floors of bachelor quarters will also serve as residential shelter locations for BQ res- F idents on lower floors, and the senior resident for each BQ will serve as the warden. BQ’s will not normally store shelter kits prior to any emer- gency. G If an emergency occurs during hours of busi- ness, all shelters will be available, and the senior H government or contractor will act as the warden. During normal hours, the south entrance to Bldg. 1010 will be opened and those without nor- mal building clearance will be escorted to a safe location on the second floor. The following instructions are a guide to be used by all shelter wardens prior to and during 3. Test telephone and e-mail contacts for an emergency. In the event the primary shelter emergency management personnel and update your warden is unavailable, a secondary warden will contact information as required. be identified and fulfill this function. 4. Ensure facility keys are functional. 5. Ensure the facility has a working television and radio for use during an emergency. During An Emergency 1. At the onset of impending disaster noti- fication via siren or other means, the shelter warden will immediately evacuate to and open the designated Shelter Warden Instructions shelter. This will be conducted whether the warden is 1. Ensure any shelter kits at your shelter are notified directly or not, or whether the impending disas- secure, fully stocked, and within expiration dates. ter siren has been sounded. There may not be time to This will be checked quarterly and discrepancies re- contact each warden to open shelters. The fire depart- ported to the contract emergency manager and US- ment may assist with opening shelters, as required. AG-KA Emergency Manager. 2. The shelter warden is responsible to en- 2. Designate a pet area or pet room for those sure all residents are aware that safety is a personal residents with pets. responsibility and that sponsors are responsible Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 12 The Kwajalein Hourglass
A B C D Roi Resident Evacuation Plan A — Ralik B Bachelor’s Quarters, Bldg. 8213 B — Nike Bachelor’s Quarters, Bldg. 8114 C — Spartan Bachelor’s Quarters, Bldg. 8115 D — Ratak A, Bachelor’s Quarters, Bldg. 8213 E — Administration Bldg. 8035 The Emergency Roi-Namur Shelters are second floor hallways of the Nike Bldg. 8114, Spartan Bldg. 8115, Ratak Bldg. 8211 and Ralik Bldg. 8213. Upon entering the shelter, please provide the follow- E ing information to your shelter warden: • Your quarters number • Names of all members in your group • Names of any family members who are not present Medical personnel will be assigned to the emergency shelters. Only personnel who may require emergency medical treatment, as predetermined by the medical officer, will be sheltered in the hospital. An officer in charge will be assigned to each emer- POC Information for Officers gency shelter. You are expected to cooperate with the In Charge During Emergencies OIC. It is important that shelter assignments be followed. USAG-KA Operations Office: The emergency shelter for all personnel east of the 5-4417 or 5-4471 runway will be the Administration Bldg. 8035. For all personnel west of the runway, the second floor hall- USAG-KA Safety Officer: 5-1442 ways of the Nike, Spartan, Ratak and Ralik bachelor quarters will serve as shelters. Questions? Call the Commander’s Hotline at 5-1098 or send a private message to the official USAG-KA Facebook page. for the behavior and safety of their children, family, 6. A representative from the EOC will bring a guests and pets. Residents may depart the shelter pri- radio (CH 13) to your shelter location so you may com- or to the “all clear” but the warden shall inform them municate with the EOC for critical emergency informa- that they do so at their own risk. Unruly residents and tion and updates, as required. sponsors will be reported to the authorities. 7. Reassure residents during a crisis and 3. You will ensure any shelter kit(s) delivered to maintain a calm and civil atmosphere. your location is complete and within expiration dates. This includes kits delivered and stored at your location After An Emergency ahead of time and at the time a disaster is likely to oc- 1. Ensure any shelter kit items used during the cri- cur or is occurring. sis are accounted for and reported through USAG-KA 4. You will report via telephone, e-mail, or runner as Operations for restocking. appropriate to the Emergency Operations Center at 2. Ensure shelter is clean, orderly and secure (5-1526/1777) your total occupant and pet numbers prior to departure. and keep track of residents by name of sponsor and 3. Report closure of shelter to USAG-KA Ops those sponsored. (ex. Capt. Smith, spouse, two chil- and emergency management personnel. dren and one dog). 4. Turn in radio to EOC or maintain until it can be 5. You will ensure communication to shelter oc- picked up from you. cupants is timely and accurate via television, radio, or through reports you receive during a crisis. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 13 The Kwajalein Hourglass
At The Movies Yuk Theater Kwajalein Saturday, Feb. 12 THE LIBERTY PASS Kwaj Weekend and Activity Guide “PAW Patrol” (G) 86 min. Sunday, Feb. 13 U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH “Hidden Figures” (PG) 127 min. Coming Up Next Drinks will be provided. Please bring Monday, Feb. 14 “What Men Want” an appetizer to share as we say goodbye to YYWC President Debbie Proudfoot (R) 117 min. Karaoke Night Saturday, Feb. 12 and MIC Shop Chair Diane Swanby. All members and those interested in learn- Saturday, Feb. 19 8 p.m. - midnight Ocean View Club ing more about the YYWC are welcome “Frozen 2” Last week’s karaoke night was canceled to attend. (PG) 104 min. due to inclement weather, but you can sing your heart out on Saturday, Feb. 12, Chapel Bike Blessings Sunday, Feb. 20 during this special karaoke night. Monday, Feb 21, from 11 a.m. - 2p.m. “King Richard” Maintenance tent on 7th Street (PG-13) 2hr 24min. Super Bowl Watch Parties behind the AAFES Shopette Monday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bring your bikes for free maintenance provided by volunteers from Island Me- Monday, Feb. 21 Adult Recreation Center and “Antlers” Kwajalein Country Club morial Chapel. (R) 1h 39 min. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Kickoff is at 11:30 a.m. *Shuttle leaves from Adult Rec Cen- ter every half-hour starting at 10 a.m. Double Feature Movie Night MWR loves football! Bring a friend along Join MWR Saturday, Feb. 19, at the to one of two watch-party locations and Namo Weto Youth Center Field for a get ready to cheer for your favorite team. free double feature movie night. Free popcorn will be provided. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. 7 p.m. 9 p.m. “Encanto” “The Protege” 2nd Annual 1970s Costume Party (PG) 109 min. (R) 109 min. Monday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m. - midnight Ocean View Club Why sit home on Valentine’s Day when you can boogie? Put on your 1970s cos- tumes and hustle to the Ocean View Club to dance the night away with the greatest “22” hits of the 1970s with DJ TrapLrdJefe. Jane “Art Mama” Christy presents “22,” an art exhibition celebrating 22 Kwajalein Atoll International magical years of making art for and Sportfishing Club with children Wednesday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24 and Friday, Feb. 25 Small Boat Marina Pavilion 5 - 7:30 p.m. Food and beverages – 6:30 p.m. Religious Education Building Please bring a dish to share to this pot- luck-style dinner and meeting. All guests The Variety Show C-Building Sunday, Feb. 27 are welcome. Questions? Contact Wil- Davye Davis Multi-Purpose Room Roi-Namur liam Boutu at 5-1822. Kwajalein High School The Keystone Club, Torch Club and US- Saturday, Feb. 12 B-Boat Orientation Classes “The Broken Heart Gallery” Registration fees are $40 per person AG-KA Child and Youth Services invite the community to enjoy an evening of (PG-13) 109 min. for this class. For more information, contact Rick Jameson at 5-6580. talent and entertainment. Proceeds from this event will be do- Sunday, Feb. 13 Classes at Roi C-Building nated to benefit “The Ocean Cleanup,” a “Fifty Shades Freed” Feb. 15 and 16, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. nonprofit organization dedicated to de- (R) 106 min. Register for the course in person at the veloping and scaling technologies to rid Roi Small Boat Marina Friday through the world’s oceans of plastics. Saturday, Feb. 19 Monday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. or at Roi “Skyscraper” MWR. Softball 2022 Registration open through March 12 (PG-13) 10 3min. Classes at Kwaj CRC Room 6 Season: March 22 – May 21 Coaches’ Meet March 16, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 Feb. 23 and 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. A minimum of eight players are required “Doctor Sleep” Register for the course in person at the Roi Small Boat Marina Friday through per team, plus a registration fee of $100 (R) 153 min. Monday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. or at Roi per team. Register at the MWR Desk in MWR. the Grace Sherwood Library. For more Unless otherwise indicated, all movies be- information, contact MWR at 5-3331 or gin at 7:30 p.m. Contact MWR at 5-3331 Yokwe Yuk Welcome Get-Together 5-3332. for more information. Showtimes may and Goodbye Party vary for special “Movies Under the Stars” Sunday, Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m. events. Emon Beach A-Frame Pavilion Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 14 The Kwajalein Hourglass
COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS The community wants to hear from you. Email announcements and advertisements to kwajaleinhourglass@amentum.com Wednesdays by Contact the USAG-KA Sexual Harassment/ Assault close of business. Ads received after deadline will be published in the next issue of The Kwajalein Hourglass. Response and Prevention Victim Advocate ARMY REGULATIONS open positions on USAG-KA include TOBACCO USE. USAG-KA Policy administrative services, data ana- Sgt. 1st Class Effie Banks Memorandum 600-8 protects others lysts, education services, aviation from the negative impact of tobacco and airfield operations, marine oper- SHARP Victim Advocate use. On USAG-KA, smoking is per- mitted in designated smoking areas ations and public works, among oth- Work: 805-355-0600 ers. To apply, contact your local HR only. Smoking and cigarette butt representative. or 805-355-1419 receptacles must be at least 50 feet USAG-KA SHARP Pager: from the entrance of facilities. CALIBRE seeks a Military Material Specialist. For more information, or 805-355-3241 #0100 CLASSES ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. Open to apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad. com/calibresys/httpscalibresysca- DOD SAFE Helpline: meetings for this group are Tuesdays reerssilkroadcom/jobs/4013. 877-995-5247 at 6:30 p.m. in the REB, Room 213. INTERNATIONAL SOS seeks a den- BLDG. COORDINATOR TRAINING. tal assistant and applicants for admin- This training for building managers is istrative positions. Send your resume required by AR 420-1. Kwaj training to marykathleen.bryan@internation- occurs on the first and third Wednes- alsos.com. days of each month beginning at 10 a.m. in the Religious Education Build- KAIHONUA is hiring for multiple po- ing. Roi-Namur training occurs on sitions. For more information or to the second Wednesday each month apply, please contact Tribalco Hu- Main Ebeye Office: 625-4296 at 9:30 a.m. in the C-building. Call man Resources at 5-4344 and visit 5-3364 to register. https://honuservices.jobs.net/page/ 455-1724, 456-1724 and 456-6409 to get help. kaihonua. Applicants must meet job NEW PARENTS. The Kwajalein EAP requirements. MEETINGS invites expecting mothers and new CYS PARENT ADVISORY BOARD. island parents to this confidential NAN, INC. seeks a welder and weld- The board meets first Saturday of the meetup to explore island parent re- ing inspector. To apply, visit www. month at 11:30 a.m. in Central Regis- sources Feb. 9, 4 – 5:30 p.m. in the nanhawaii.com and contact Clint tration, Bldg. 358. All parents are in- REB. Call the EAP at 5-5362 for in- Ueatari or Kevin Short at 5-2632, vited to attend. For more information, E formation. 5-4995 or 5-4996. call 5-2158. SMOKING CESSATION. Ongo- TRUESTONE is hiring for multiple ORGANIZATIONS ing smoking and tobacco cessation positions. Contact Tribalco Human BARGAIN BAZAAR seeks volun- counseling is available. Please call Resources at 5-4344 and visit https:// teers and donations. Email yywcin- the EAP at 5-5362 or email Mary- www.akima.com/careers/. Applicants fo@gmail.com or visit the Bargain beth.Dawicki@internationalsosgs.us must meet job requirements. For Bazaar Facebook page @KwajBar- E-WARENESS for more information. more information, visit www.tribalco. gainBazaarYYWC for more informa- com/careers.html. tion. Proceeds benefit the Education FACILITIES Assistance Fund and support educa- RACQUETBALL COURT CODE. RGNEXT, LLC seeks qualified can- tion grants. Residents can obtain the door code didates to fill several open positions Eniwetak Conservation Area from the MWR Desk at the Grace on Kwaj and Roi in engineering, KWAJALEIN AMATEUR RADIO Sherwood Library. The code will not technical and other areas. For more CLUB. Looking for active members The Eniwetak Conservation Area be given out over the phone. Contact information and to apply, go to www. and leadership positions to take the was established for conservation of MWR at 5-3331 with questions. rgnext.com. club to new heights. Contact the club wildlife and coral reef. Visitors are not at 5-2501 or email kwajradioclub@ allowed to visit without consent from HELP WANTED USAG-KA CYS has openings for new gmail.com to learn more. USAG-KA. This includes the waters To research and apply for government employees and coaches. Required and reefs surrounding Eniwetak. employment opportunities on U.S. experience levels vary. All children UKULELE CLUB. The Kwajalein Uku- Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll and of head coaches play for free. Visit lele Club is a free club open to uku- For more information call RGNext worldwide, visit usajobs.gov. Write to Central Registration or call 5-2158 in lele enthusiasts of all ages and skill kwajalein.hourglass@amentum.com levels. Bring your uke and join us for at 5-8855. Building 356. to remove your listing. a strum-along each Friday in CRC Eniwetak Conservation Area ej juon HOURS OF OPERATION room 6 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Sign up for jikin eo emoj kajenolak e bwe en jikin ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. This COMMON ACCESS CARD OFFICE the mailing list to receive updates and kejbarok menin mour ko ion ene/lo- position provides daily administrative is open Tuesday through Saturday sheet music by writing to kwajuke- jet im bar einwot kein ekkan ko ie im task support for operations at the Is- from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Schedule ap- club@gmail.com. bedbed eo. Jabdewot armej ejjab ma- land Memorial Chapel. For questions pointments at https://idco.dmdc.osd. ron etal nan ijin elane ejjelok melim or to submit a resume, please call mil/idco.w KWAJALEIN GIRL SCOUTS. The ak men ko erlok wot jen USAG-KA. 5-3505, and send to kwajchapel@ Kwajalein Girl Scouts are open to all Elane elon kajjitok, jouj im kurlok gmail.com and Ch. Brian Conner at The SELF HELP CENTER is in Bldg. school-aged K-12 girls on Kwajalein RGNext ilo 5-8855. Brian Conner brian_conner@sbc- 1791. Hours of operation are Monday, (USAGSO.org). Membership fees are global.net. Wednesday, and Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 6 $45. Also seeking adult volunteers. p.m. Visit Self Help for tools and ma- For registration, questions or more Elane elon kajjitok, jouj im kurlok AMENTUM seeks qualified candi- terials for household upkeep projects. information contact Carrie Aljure at RGNext ilo 5-8855. dates for various positions. Current LIVE YOUR BEST ISLAND LIFE WITH THE MWR FITNESS PASS Start the new year right with an MWR Fitness Pass. Available for sale now, passes are required for all MWR fitness classes. Enjoy water aerobics, Zumba, high-inten- Emon Beach A-Frame Pavilion sity interval training and more with a pass that fits your work-lifestyle. Sunday, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Annual Pass: $150 Six-Month Pass: $75 Eight-Class Pass: $25 Purchase your pass at the MWR Desk at the Grace Sherwood Library. For information, call 5-3331. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 15 The Kwajalein Hourglass
TUNE IN, LISTEN UP. AFN ROLLER CHANNEL For up-to-the-minute updates, you can lives- tream community messaging and events notic- es on the AFN roller channel. Click the icon to watch. CURRENT TV SMALL ARMS RANGE ON FEB. 16 The AFN video team was rebranded the “Kwaj Current TV Show” as “Current TV” in February 2022. Click the icon to watch programming on Security and Access Control will conduct a small arms the official USAG-KA Youtube channel. range on Feb. 16 from 9 - 11 a.m. Please observe the red flag hazard area. Contact Security Chief Chris THE WAVE RADIO Enjoy local programming with AFN Kwajalein. Ramsey at 5-4445 with any questions. AFN 99.9 The Wave is now available on Roi- Namur at 97.9 Roi radio and AFN 99.9 on Kwa- whatacod@aol.com. and other areas. jalein, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 7 - 9 • Maintain a distance of five feet a.m., 11 - 1 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m. Listeners on SAFETY at all times. Kwajalein can also listen in on the AFN roller PAVILION CLOSED. The site of the • Do not attempt to pet or agitate channel, 19-5. former Emon Beach main pavilion site the Working Dogs on patrol or at is closed for maintenance through the K-9 kennel area Feb. 28. Please avoid the area while • Follow all instructions from the work is being completed. Call MWR at Kwajalein Police Department 5-3331/2 with questions. and K-9 dog handlers at all times. TWO LIFEGUARDS REQUIRED. For • Questions? Contac the Provost safety reasons, an extra lifeguard is Marshal’s Office at 5-2109, required for parties held at the Mil- 5-8859 and 5-3530. lican Family Pool. Questions, or to reserve the pool, contact Cliff Pryor MWR RENTALS at Clifford.PryorJr@amentum.com or MWR RENTALS. When requesting 5-2848. a tent, two weeks’ notice is required NO NEW PETS IN BQ ROOMS. Except for cats already adopted and currently residing with their owners, for dig permit approval. To request tables, linens, chairs, bounce houses, or MWR equipment, call 5-3331/3332 or visit the Grace Sherwood Library RELIGIOUS SERVICES no animals or pets are allowed in BQ rooms. If you see an animal in dis- in Bldg. 805 Tuesday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Island Memorial Chapel tress, contact the Vet Tech at 5-2017 or kwajaleinveterinaryclinic@interna- VOLUNTEERS WANTED tionalsosgs.us. ACTORS WANTED. Submit your original recipes to AFN Kwajalein for METAL DETECTORS are not allowed the chance to appear on The Kwaj Join the congregations of the Island Memorial Chapel for weekly on Kwajalein according to Army Reg- Current’s new segment, “The Surf- services and opportunities to join in fellowship and praise activities. ulation. Unexploded Ordnance exists way Gourmet.” Show off your cooking and could be dangerous if disturbed. skills while sharing recipe ideas with Contact Deirdre Wyatt-Pope at the community. All recipes must uti- Be sure to keep an eye on Kwajalein 5-1442. lize ingredients found at Surfway. social media for event announce- ments for the island’s fellowship CANDLES and open flames are not VOLUNTEERS WANTED to facilitate groups. Check out additional commu- permitted in BQ rooms. The Kwajalein and coordinate a dart battle. All pro- Fire Department thanks you for keep- ceeds will benefit “Shoe that Grows,” nity services provided by the chapel ing your neighbors safe. solar lanterns and school supplies. team. Call 5-3505 to speak with a re- For information, contact Marion “MJ” ligious services team member about SAN JUAN CONSTRUCTION will Jackson at purposedrivenwom- your specific worship needs. paint the non-potable water tower an63@yahoo.com across from the Zamperini Cafeteria from Feb. 8 through 12. During work, YOKWE YUK WELCOME CLUB the road between the Zamperini and the tower will be closed periodical- seeks a MIC Shop buyer to maintain shop handicrafts; and a chairperson Night of Prayer and Praise ly from 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The to be the shop’s point of contact. Vol- Join the Island Memorial road will be open during high traffic unteers receive a 25 percent discount Chapel for a night of wor- periods like the island lunch break. on all shop goods and can volunteer ship. Event meets monthly YOUTH FELLOWSHIP Contact John Mohr at 5-1907 with time on their own schedules. Training at 7 p.m. on first Sundays in Feb. 19 to 21 - Roi Retreat questions. with the current buyer and chair are available now through March 1. the IMC main sanctuary. March 7 - REB, 6 p.m. MILITARY WORKING DOGS. The Contact Diane Swanby at 5-1684 March 21 - REB, 6 p.m. community is advised to follow these or kwajhandicrafts@gmail.com for Prayer requests April 4 - REB, 6 p.m. tips for safety around military working more information. Send prayer requests elec- April 18 - A-Frame, 6 p.m. dogs. WDs will conduct inspections at tronically to: m.me/IMCKwa- locations like BQs, transient facilities jalein Catholic Services Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Counseling sessions Main Sanctuary Counseling sessions are available by appointment. Daily Mass Call 5-3505. Tuesday through Friday 5:15 p.m. Protestant Services Chapel office Early Sunday Services Sunday, 8:15 a.m. Saturday Evening Mass Traditional Worship 5:30 p.m. Small Chapel Small chapel Mid-morning Services Roi Services Sunday, 11 a.m. Protestant Services Contemporary Service 1st & 3rd Fridays Main Sanctuary at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 16 The Kwajalein Hourglass
TRAVEL, VACCINE AND HEALTH UPDATES Children aged 12 and older are eligible to receive the ini- tial vaccine. Appointments The travel ban for the Republic of the Marshall Islands is still in effect. are scheduled in blocks of six people. Register now to All flights are subject to change. claim your place on the wait- ing list for the vaccine. RMI TRAVEL SIGN UP FOR VETERINARY pointment for prescreening ISSUANCE 35 conditions like dental care, AND OPTOMETRY CARE diabetes, eye issues, lab work USAG-KA DEPARTURES. All permanent residents and medication. PCS’ing must complete and Effective Jan. 31, the Re- Does your pet need to be public of the Marshall turn-in USAG-KA Form 137- seen by a veterinarian? Do PFIZER VACCINE, 2a (USAG-KA Installation Islands government has insituted Travel Issuance you need to get your optom- BOOSTER SHOTS Clearance Record). Instruc- etry prescription renewed? tions are on the form; receive 35. This travel restriction The Kwajalein Hospital is AVAILABLE NOW the form from your Human applies through Feb. 28. accepting sign-ups for 2022 Resources representative. Pfizer vaccine booster shots veterinary and optical care. Attention human resourc- UNITED AIRLINES Appointments will be sched- and initial vaccine shots are es departments: Contact now available on U.S. Army FLIGHTS uled at a later date. Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll. For scott.m.beck7.mil@army.mil if you have not received the information register, please FEBRUARY-MARCH FLIGHTS form. For Optical Care contact USAG-KA Health Call the Kwajalein Hospital Systems Specialist at Suzanne Monday WALK-IN AT DENTAL CLINIC. to express your interest in Mosier at Suzanne.m.mosier. UA155 (HNL) Temporary Walk-in hours securing a future optometry civ@army.mil. Flight: 6:15 p.m. available at the Kwajalein appointment at 5-2223. Dental Clinic for limited Check-in: 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. Pediatric Vaccines and emergent treatment. For Veterinary Care Children aged 5 to 11 years Wednesdays and Fridays Tuesday Call 5-2017 or email the Kwa- old are eligible to receive the from 7:45 a.m. – 11 a.m.; 12:45 UA154 (GUM) jalein Veterinary Clinic at pediatric vaccine. Currently – 4 p.m. in Bldg. 357. Services Flight: 12:50 p.m. kwajalein veterinaryclinic@ all doses on Kwajalein are re- are on a first come first serve Check-in: 10:45 – 11:20 a.m. internationalsosgs.us to get served, but there is a waiting basis. Please bring your in- on the list or make an ap- list for the next shipment. surance card with you. YOUR THOUGHTS MATTER The Army began its annual hous- about 10 minutes. Army pri- ing tenant satisfaction survey on vatized, government-owned Jan. 11 to gather feedback about and government-leased hous- living in Army housing. ing tenants can rate their sat- isfaction with services, prop- • Tenants have 45 days to com- erty and the overall housing plete the confidential survey, experience through the on- ending Feb. 24. line survey. • An online survey link will be • Feedback is used by the Army emailed to more than 110,000 to help maintain a high quali- tenants living in privatized, ty of life for service members government-owned and and their families. government-leased housing across the globe. • The survey will be emailed from ArmyHousingSurvey@ • Completing the survey takes celassociates.com. WARRARR! The MIC Shop has new stuff! It’s almost Valentine’s Day— what you need is a shark! QUARANTINE DELIVERY PICK-UP TIMES Visit the MIC Shop in the Macy’s downtown area to check out new Package pick-up for deliveries to personnel in quarantine gift items from the Yokwe Yuk Welcome Club’s latest will depart from Macy’s on Mondays at 10 a.m. and Surf- shipment. Check out handcrafted flowers, necklaces and way on Thursdays at 2 p.m. A delivery vehicle will arrive wuts. Can’t decide? We understand. Pick up a gift certif- 30 minutes before departure. Please ensure all deliveries icate so your loved one can choose their own gift this are securely packed and labeled with the recipient’s name year. Proceeds from sales benefit education outreach in and quarters number. Questions? Please call Pat Dobson at Micronesia. 5-0506, or Mike Snyder at 5-3929. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 17 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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SUNDAY Partly sunny to mostly WEATHER DISCUSSION cloudy with widely scattered The subtropical ridge is showers and stray thunder- expected to weaken further storms possible later in the north as mid-latitude sys- afternoon. Winds ENE-E tems push through. This 9-14 knots with higher gusts will allow the Intertropical near showers. Convergence Zone to push further north. By late Sunday MONDAY into Monday, a trade wind Mostly cloudy with scat- disturbance embedded with- tered showers and stray in the ITCZ will lead to in- thunderstorms early in the creasing clouds and showers morning decreasing to stray over the region. showers later in the morn- There is even the poten- ing into the early afternoon. tial for stray thunderstorms. Winds ENE-E 11-16 knots By the middle to end of next week, the subtropical ridge with higher gusts especially near showers. Click the logo to visit will re-strengthen leading to drier conditions outside RTS Weather online. NEXT WEEK of stray to isolated showers The return of the subtrop- within the trade wind flow. ical ridge will keep winds breezy with potential gusts SATURDAY near 30 knots at times. Scat- Mostly to partly sunny with tered showers and potential stray showers. Winds ENE-E stray thunderstorms early 15-20 knots with occasional next week, followed by most higher gusts especially near dry conditions. showers. THE THREE R’s of UXO Unexploded ordnance should be treated like dangerous sea crea- tures: Look, but do not touch. You can play an important role in keeping Kwajalein safe by knowing what to do when you spot un- exploded ordnance. Remember the three R’s of UXO: Kemejmej R ko 3. • Recognize an item as • Recognize (kile) juon possible unexploded kwopej bajjok ema- ordnance; ron Bokutan ak kein • Retreat from the area of kabokkolok (UXO). the UXO; and • Retreat (Jenliklik) bed • Report suspected UXO ettolok im jab kepaak immediately. UXO eo. • Report (Ripoot e) bok- If you discover an object tun ak kein kabokklok that could be UXO, notify eo ien eo emokajtata Kwajalein Explosive Ord- non EOD ilo nomba nance Disposal immediately kein (5-1433) ak CPS (5- by calling 5-1433. You can also 4445). call CPS at 5-4445. Provide the following information about Ken melele kein: Ia eo (nomba in ijo, GPS, kakolle in UXO AWARENESS AND SAFETY CLASSES what you found: ijo, etc.); Jonan (jonan e ibben Kwajalein Explosive Ordnance Disposal will be conducting • Location. Note helpful jet kain mweik - football, taan monthly UXO hazard awareness classes on the first Wednes- details like the build- in turan, etc.). day of every month. Classes will not meet on holidays. ing number, GPS coor- Tiljek kon UXO kein einwot dinates and any promi- am kojparok menin mour in This class is a 30-minute new hire and refresher UXO class nent landmarks lojet ko rekauwotata. Kalim- explaining specific dangers on Kwajalein. Meetings are • Size of the UXO as com- jek wot jab jibwe. Non bar scheduled for the first Wednesday at each month at 1 p.m. pared to common kakemejmej eok, eokwe jouj in Building 1025. items like a football or im koba lok ilo Island Orien- scuba air cylinder tation allon otemjej. How to Register For a detailed refresher on UXO safety, attend the new island orien- Call 5-1550 to sign up. A maximum of 18 people may register tation or call Kwajalein EOD at 5-1433. for each class. For departments with a large group of employees we can come to your location. Call 5-1550 to schedule a class, to speak with a technician or for more information. Saturday, FEBRUARY 12, 2022 / Volume 63 Number 7 20 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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