Hey Manchester, Those Loud Booms You Hear This Weekend Won't Be An Obnoxious Car Stereo

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst officials announced on the base’s Facebook page that there will be artillery training Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19-21.

The Golf and India Batteries 3rd Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment will conduct artillery firing and there will be day and night operations, the announcement said.

“This firing will cause ground shaking and considerable noise. It is important to note that noise from the ranges may travel farther during overcast weather conditions,“ it said.

In the past, training sounds and shaking have been felt in Toms River, Berkeley and Manchester, which surrounds Lakehurst and is closest to the base.

“This training is essential and helps to ensure the readiness of America’s fighting force,” the statement continues. ”Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst works hard to minimize the impact training has on its surrounding communities and is committed to remaining good neighbors.”.

Anyone with questions or concerns can contact the base’s Public Affairs Office at (609) 754-2104.

(Photo: Soldiers fire an artillery round. Credit Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Facebook page)