Pascagoula Ships Sortie to Evade Hurricane Katrina
Navy NewsStand
Story Number: NNS050826-12
Release Date: 8/26/2005 9:41:00 PM
From Naval Station Pascagoula Public Affairs
NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The frigates USS Stephen W. Groves (FFG 29) and USS John L. Hall (FFG 32) got underway from Naval Station Pascagoula, Miss., Aug. 26 in order to evade approaching Hurricane Katrina.
The decision to sortie Stephen W. Groves and John L. Hall from Pascagoula was based on concerns for the safety of Sailors and preservation of the ships and associated equipment.
Navy vessels can remain safe at sea by maneuvering to avoid storms altogether. Additionally, having ships underway ensures they are ready to respond to any national tasking, if required.
For more information about Pascagoula-based ships, please contact the Naval Station Pascagoula Public Affairs Office at 228-761-2019.
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