Joint Base: Soldiers to conduct Mortar training; Expect Ground Shaking, Noise

joint base mdl trainingSoldiers from the 1st Battalion, 182nd Infantry Regiment, Massachusetts Army National Guard are scheduled to conduct live fire mortar training at Joint Base MDL Thursday, March 17 through Sunday, March 20.

The training is slated to take place between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. The training will consist of firing 81 mm and 120 mm mortars.

During this time, the joint base community and residents of the surrounding areas may experience moderate ground shaking and moderate noise coming from the ranges. The noise may travel farther during overcast weather conditions.

“Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst appreciates the patience and support of our surrounding communities as we continue to ensure the readiness of America’s fighting force,” the Base said.

[TLS]

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