Joint Base Training Alert For Thursday: There Will Be Noise

JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, NJ — It's that time of year: Training at the joint base is picking up again, and base officials have issued an alert that they will be firing mortars on the ranges on Thursday.

It's part of the Combined Arms Training Exercises, the base said.

On Thursday, Marines from the Marine Aircraft Group 49 at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and soldiers from the New Jersey National Guard will be firing mortars, base officials said.

Mortars produce very loud explosions, the base notes.

"Please note, that cloudy or overcast weather can amplify the noise, and cause it to travel further. The Joint Base is committed to being a good neighbor, and we SO greatly appreciate the support, cooperation and understanding of the surrounding communities as we work to ensure America's fighting force is trained up!" a statement from the base said.

If you have dogs or cats that get nervous as a result of the noise, the base has produced a video that offers tips for calming them.

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