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220218-F-KL776-0009

A 7th Civil Engineering Squadron firefighter executes a prescribed brush fire at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 18, 2022. The controlled burn was used as a training opportunity for Dyess firefighters, enhancing their wildland firefighting abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Reilly McGuire)

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220214-F-LK778-1057

Staff Sgt. Gabby Wright, 40th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, aids in helping with a hot pit refueling at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 14, 2022. Alliances and partnerships are pivotal to our strategy, providing a durable, asymmetric strategic advantage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220214-F-LK778-1211

A C-130J fuels a F/A-18C Hornet during a hot pit refueling at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 14, 2022. The hot pit exercise consisted of fueling a F/A-18C Hornet from a C-130J Super Hercules; Hot pit refueling reduces response time and keeps the aircraft ready to complete any mission, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220214-F-LK778-1148

A Marine Fighter F/A-18C Hornet is being refueled during a hot-pit training exercise at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 14, 2022. Cope North allows each nation to sharpen essential readiness skills in multiple mission areas to include air superiority, interdiction, electronic warfare, tactical airlift, and aerial refueling capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220214-F-LK778-1178

A C-130J fuels a F/A-18C Hornet during a hot pit refueling at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 14, 2022. The hot pit exercise consisted of fueling a F/A-18C Hornet from a C-130J Super Hercules; Hot pit refueling reduces response time and keeps the aircraft ready to complete any mission, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220214-F-LK778-1152

A 40th Airlift Squadron loadmaster prepares to attach a fuel hose to a Marine Fighter F/A-18C Hornet at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 14, 2022. The U.S. Air Force continues to refine its ability to meet new challenges in dynamic environments. Pacific Air Forces is constantly evaluating and validating new warfighting concepts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

2nd Lt. Jessica Nagle, 317th Operations Support Squadron intelligence officer, left, and Capt. Shawn Riley, 40th Airlift Squadron chief of tactics, right brief Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander and Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley, 18th AF command chief, on the 317th Airlift Wing’s full spectrum readiness training at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. During their visit, the 18th AF leadership team also received briefings on the Agile Combat Employment evolution, the 317th AW’s aircrew members development program and the 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron’s Air Force Generation posturing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

Airman 1st Class Dustin Johnson, 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron propulsion journeyman, shows Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander, how to properly drain oil out of the engine at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. The C-130J aircraft is capable of being rapidly reconfigured for various types of cargo such as palletized equipment, floor-loaded material, airdrop platforms, container delivery system bundles, vehicles, and personnel or conduct aeromedical evacuations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander and Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley, 18th AF command chief, talks with Airmen within the 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron during a visit to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. The leadership team received an in-depth brief on how the maintainers have used the Air Force Repair Enhancement Program to improve their capabilities to maintain the C-130J Super Hercules. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander, is shown by Senior Airman Gumercindo Holmes, 317th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuel system apprentice, how to tighten center cell bolts on an aircraft auxiliary tank training wing for an onboard jump door at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. Bibb visited Dyess AFB to gain a better understanding of the C-130J Super Hercules mission and role in supporting the U.S. military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander, left, and Senior Airman Gumercindo Holmes, 317th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuel system apprentice, put on triple layer gor-tex coveralls prior to entering an aircraft auxiliary tank training wing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. As the 18th AF commander, Maj. Gen. Bibb helps ensure readiness and sustainment of approximately 36,000 active duty, Air Force Reserve and civilian Airmen at 12 wings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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18th AF leadership visits Dyess Airmen

Staff Sgt. Dawson Thomason, 317th Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation craftsman, left, talks to Maj. Gen. Kenneth Bibb, 18th Air Force commander, middle, and Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley, 18th AF command chief, right, about C-130J Super Hercules guide and track shoes at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 10, 2022. The guide and track shoes help the main landing gear move up and down. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

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220205-F-LK778-1078

Royal Australian Air Force, U.S. Air Force, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force aircraft participate in an elephant walk, during exercise Cope North 22 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 5, 2022. Cope North’s focus on HA/DR provides critical training to U.S. and allied and partner militaries, directly enhancing the U.S. military’s ability to support the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220205-F-LK778-1129

Cargo awaits exit out of a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Cope North 22 over Tinian in the Northern Mariana Islands, Feb. 5, 2022. The U.S. Air Force continues to refine its ability to meet new challenges in dynamic environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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220205-F-LK778-1226

Three C-130J Super Hercules fly during exercise Cope North 22 over Tinian in the Northern Mariana Islands, Feb. 5, 2022. Air Forces from different countries including; Australia, Japan, and the U.S. take part in the yearly interactive field training exercise known as Cope North. Alliances and partnerships are crucial to our strategy, providing a durable, asymmetric strategic advantage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)

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Hazardous Winter Weather Conditions

If you don't need to drive, please stay home. But if it is necessary, check out the image for some things to consider before braving the roads! (courtesy photo)

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Dyess AFB Inclement Weather Update

Due to inclement weather, Dyess AFB will remain closed on Feb. 4, 2022, and is closed until further notice. Unit Commanders will determine Mission Essential personnel reporting requirements. If you are not directed by your Unit Commander to report to duty, stay home. Take all winter weather safety precautions and minimize road travel to the max extent possible. (Courtesy photo)

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Base Services Availability During Inclement Weather

Due to the inclement weather, several base services will continue to stay closed for today, Feb. 3, 2022, and tomorrow, Feb. 4, 2022. Team Dyess, we will continue to provide updates to service closures and openings on base. Tomorrow, Feb. 4, the BX and food court will be open during normal operating hours.

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Dyess’ 7th Logistics Readiness Squadron supports humanitarian aid efforts alongside Abilene community

Staff Sgt. Joseph Salafia, left, and Staff Sgt. Paul Boughner, right, 7th Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation, review pallet weights and information on Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 2, 2022. Members of the 7th LRS took on the task of palletizing 40 pallets of food provided by Global Samaritan Resources, an Abilene based charity, to transport them to the Dominican Republic for families in need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sophia Robello)

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WINTER STORM ANNOUNCEMENT

The Installation Commander has determined approaching severe winter weather conditions warranted early release at group commander discretion for Wednesday Feb. 2 and the closure of Dyess AFB at 4:30 pm CST until further notice. Unit Commanders will determine Mission Essential personnel reporting requirements. If you are not directed by your Unit Commander to report to duty, stay home. Take all winter weather safety precautions and minimize road travel to the max extent possible. (courtesy photo)

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