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  • Humidity, moisture key to controlling mold

    With summer right around the corner and the temperatures rising, it's always important to remember to be cautious and aware of mold growth here on Okinawa.Okinawa's tropical climate and environment is perfect for the growth and spread of mold. Mold can grow everywhere, to include homes and

  • Kadena Airmen graduate CCAF

    More than 200 Kadena Airmen graduated from the Community College of the Air Force during a ceremony at the Keystone Theater May 30, 2014. The CCAF is the largest accredited community college in the United States. Below is a list of the graduates. Congratulations to the following graduates:

  • Volunteers needed for 2014 AmericaFest

    The 2014 AmericaFest celebration, which is scheduled for June 28 and 29, is in need of approximately 515 volunteers to sign up by June 6 in support of the event. Many jobs are still available from setup and tear down to security forces augmentation."If enough volunteers don't show up, it will be

  • 18th AES sharpens evacuation skills

    It's a less than ideal situation: Nurses and medical technicians secure themselves and their critical-condition patient as they feel the unwelcoming, earthquake-like shake of turbulence as their KC-135 Stratotanker avoids an unexpected storm. Intensive care is tricky enough in a stable room, but if

  • AtHoc system used for dependents

    The AtHoc system implemented on Kadena Air Base in January is not just for military personnel, it can also be used to notify civilians and dependents registered in the system. It is important for military members to register their adult dependents so that they receive notifications during

  • Kadena NCOs selected for promotion to master sergeant

    Congratulations to the Team Kadena technical sergeants selected for promotion to the rank of master sergeant.18th Aeromedical Evacuation SquadronPablo Aguilar Jr.Daniel J. DurkeeBrian V. Stetter623rd Air Control FlightDaniel Stephenson961st Airborne Air Control SquadronDorian KilpatrickJason E.

  • Typhoon season starts June 1

    On June 1, Kadena will enter Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness Four, the default condition of readiness during typhoon season, which begins June 1 and lasts until November 30.Okinawa sits in the Pacific region's "Typhoon Alley," an area in which typhoons, known as hurricanes when formed over

  • Drinking water concern in administrative building triggers corrective action

    A recent facility inspection at an administrative building identified a lack of appropriate signs on specific water fountains. These fountains had previously been tested and found to have lead levels that prompted action under the Lead Assessment Program. Once discovered, immediate action was taken

  • Critical Days of Summer kicks off on Okinawa

    The Critical Days of Summer safety campaign officially begins May 23, before Memorial Day weekend, and ends on Labor Day. The critical days of summer are a period of time with increased daylight hours and better weather, which means people are more likely to engage in recreational activities and

  • Pararescuemen train for icy conditions

    Pararescuemen deployed for Icelandic Air Policing are taking advantage of Iceland's unique landscape for some training. Although the Airmen's primary objective is to rescue downed aircrew deployed with the 48th Air Expeditionary Group if needed, the trip provides an opportunity to accomplish