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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade (right), and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Pacific commander, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Jeff Kilian (left), field questions from local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, speaks to local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James Finney)
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, briefs local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James Finney)
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, prepares to speak to local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, speaks to local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James Finney)
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, briefs local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.” (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade (right), and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Pacific commander, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Jeff Kilian (left), field questions from local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.”
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JTF-RH Host Press Conference Announcing AFFF Investigation Findings

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Pacific commander, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Jeff Kilian (left), and Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade (right), field questions from local media during a press conference held at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 5, 2023. JTF-RH announced the findings from the investigation of the Nov. 29 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) concentrate release at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility today and published video footage of the incident and a fact sheet. “I ordered this investigation to determine what caused the accidental release of AFFF concentrate and to reduce the risk of a future mishap,” said JTF-RH commander Vice Adm. John Wade. “A focused investigation allowed us to effectively determine how and why the release occurred. We used this information to immediately implement risk reduction measures across the entire facility and to notify the Department of Defense of actions that can be taken to further reduce risk in areas outside the purview of JTF-RH. The safe and expeditious defueling of Red Hill remains our top priority to protect the people and environment of Hawaii.”
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill continues Dewatering, April 18, 2023

Fuel operators with Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) collect a fuel sample during dewatering at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, April 18, 2023. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Regulators from the Hawaii Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency are on site during dewatering. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill Begins Dewatering

A fuel works leader with Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) facilitates dewatering operations at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) in Halawa, Hawaii, April 17, 2022. Dewatering is a critical step prior to defueling the RHBFSF. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Fuel tanks must have air vents to maintain safe tank operation. Regulators from the Hawaii Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency are on site during dewatering. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill Begins Dewatering

Fuel operator with Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) turns a valve during dewatering at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) in Halawa, Hawaii, April 17, 2022. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Regulators from the Hawaii Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency are on site during dewatering. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill Begins Dewatering

A fuel operator with Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) inspects a sample of fuel during dewatering at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) in Halawa, Hawaii, April 17, 2022. Dewatering is a critical step prior to defueling the RHBFSF. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Regulators from the Hawaii Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency are on site during dewatering. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill Begins Dewatering

A Department of Health employee collects a sample of fuel for testing during dewatering at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, April 17, 2022. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Joint Task Force-Red Hill is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Petty Officer 2nd Class James Finney)
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill Begins Dewatering

Quality Assurance representative with Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH), Bo Cadiz, inspects a sample of fuel during dewatering at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) in Halawa, Hawaii, April 17, 2022. Dewatering is a critical step prior to defueling the RHBFSF. Dewatering removes the water from the fuel storage tanks. This is a routine task for maintenance of underground fuel storage tanks and is essential to prevent corrosion and protect fuel quality. Regulators from the Hawaii Department of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency are on site during dewatering. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators, government officials, and stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Defense Logistics Agency Energy East-Pacific Commander, U.S. Navy Cmdr. William Jakubowicz, guides the House Special Committee to Red Hill (HSCRH) during a tour of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, April 12, 2023. The visit provided the HSCRH and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Members of the House Special Committee on Red Hill (HSCRH) listen as Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Pacific Director of Public Works, U.S. Navy Capt. James Sullivan, explains the inside of a fuel tank at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF), during a tour of the RHBFSF in Halawa, Hawaii, April 12, 2023. The visit provided the HSCRH and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Mr. Luke Meyers, representative for the governor’s water committee (right), Rep. Sonny Ganaden, state representative for Hawaii’s 30th District (middle), and Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) Strategic Engagement Director, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Lance A. Okamura (left), participate in a tour of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, April 12, 2023. The visit provided the HSCRH and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Rep. Linda Ichiyama, state representative for Hawaii’s 31st District, listens as Joint Task Force-Red Hill Commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, speaks during a tour of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, Apr. 12, 2023. The visit provided the House Special Committee (HSCRH) on Red Hill and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Navy Region Hawaii Commander, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Stephen Barnett, briefs members of the House Special Committee on Red Hill (HSCRH) during a tour of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, Apr. 12, 2023. The visit provided the HSCRH and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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Hawaii State House Special Committee Visits Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility

Defense Logistics Agency Energy East-Pacific Commander, U.S. Navy Cmdr. William Jakubowicz, guides the House Special Committee to Red Hill (HSCRH) during a tour of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Halawa, Hawaii, Apr. 12, 2023. The visit provided the HSCRH and Mr. Luke Meyers of the Governor’s Water Committee an opportunity to meet with key leaders on the status of Red Hill including defueling, closure and remediation. The HSCRH is a seven-member committee whose purpose is to address issues related to Red Hill, water contamination and remediation, and all related impacts. The governor’s committee monitors the progress on the Red Hill timeline and provides the people of Hawaii with regular updates and status reports. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Matthew Mackintosh)
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