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Noise from Aberdeen Proving Ground Anticipated This Week
Researchers will be conducting tests at APG that they say are not hazardous to the community, may cause vibrations and sounds.
ABERDEEN, MD — Citizens in and around Aberdeen Proving Ground may feel or hear vibrations due to testing this week.
The U.S. Army's Aberdeen Test Center has scheduled operations that officials say may be noticeable in the surrounding communities.
The tests are planned for daytime hours between Monday, Oct. 3, and Friday, Oct. 7.
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"These operations will not be hazardous to residents of surrounding communities and are a necessary part of the Army's Testing mission," according to a statement from Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG).
APG officials will be taking noise readings throughout each day that the testing is taking place, and they will work to ensure there is minimal impact on neighbors.
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Supporting military operations around the world, APG conducts weapons and equipment research with the assistance of military and civilian scientists, research engineers, technicians and administrators.
Anyone concerned about noise during the testing at Aberdeen Proving Ground may contact Heather Roelker at 410-278-1775.
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