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Military to conduct training in Agat Bay, W-517
ASAN, Guam—The military will conduct training at Agat Bay during the following dates and times:
Feb. 25-26 from 9am to 1pm
The military will also conduct training at Warning Area 517 during the following dates and times:
Feb. 23 from noon to 8pm
Feb. 25 from noon to 8pm
These trainings are designed to enhance the training and readiness of military personnel. Residents in surrounding areas should not be alarmed if they see or hear increased activity associated with the trainings.
The general public—especially fishermen, commercial pilots, and marine tour operators—are advised to stay clear of the areas during the dates and times indicated.
W-517 is an irregular shaped polygon comprised of 14,000 nautical square miles of airspace that begins south of Guam and extends south-southwest in international waters. W-517 supports surface and aerial gunnery, missiles, and laser exercises. This will affect fishing in the vicinity of Santa Rosa Reef and Galvez Bank.
For more information, contact the Joint Region Marianas Public Affairs Office at (671) 349-4055/3209. (PR)
