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U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, run through the French Quarter during the annual motivational run celebrating the 248th United States Marine Corps Birthday, New Orleans, Nov. 9th, 2023. The run started at Crescent Park and traveled along the Mississippi river, through the streets of downtown New Orleans, ending at the National World War II Museum for a cake cutting ceremony. Over 300 Marines and Sailors assigned to the command partook in this year’s event. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion St. Pierre)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, run through the French Quarter during the annual motivational run celebrating the 248th United States Marine Corps Birthday, New Orleans, Nov. 9th, 2023. The run started at Crescent Park and traveled along the Mississippi river, through the streets of downtown New Orleans, ending at the National World War II Museum for a cake cutting ceremony. Over 300 Marines and Sailors assigned to the command partook in this year’s event. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orion St. Pierre)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orion Stpierre

Spouses of U.S. service members pose for a photo during the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Spouse Orientation 2023, at the Higgins Hotel, New Orleans, Oct. 21, 2023. The spouses attended briefs given throughout the weekend focusing on the facility, upcoming events, benefits, the surrounding area, and how they can become involved and help with family readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

Spouses of U.S. service members pose for a photo during the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Spouse Orientation 2023, at the Higgins Hotel, New Orleans, Oct. 21, 2023. The spouses attended briefs given throughout the weekend focusing on the facility, upcoming events, benefits, the surrounding area, and how they can become involved and help with family readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher

In light of the ongoing saltwater intrusion issue affecting the Mississippi River in the New Orleans area, we want to assure our Marines, Sailors, DoD Civilians, and their families that the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans Force Protection and Command teams are in close coordination with local, state, and federal agencies.

Key Points:

- Local governments do not intend to stop the water flow or turn off pumps.

- Water is essential not only for basic life support but also public safety (e.g., fire-suppression capabilities).

- Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes are taking measures to reduce water salinity by using barges of fresh water and installing reverse-osmosis machines.

- Orleans and Jefferson Parishes are planning to build a cofferdam/reservoir around its water treatment intake pipes to mitigate the issue.

- Increased salt levels could pose health risks to some vulnerable people, such as those with kidney/heart disease or high blood pressure. However, while salt levels in the water are expected to rise, causing a potential change in taste, they are not anticipated to reach levels that would require shutting off water service to homes, businesses, or schools.

- Local officials have procured a substantial amount of potable water for distribution if salt levels rise to a concerning degree.

We will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. City officials will also disseminate updates through the NOLA Ready system. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities.

In light of the ongoing saltwater intrusion issue affecting the Mississippi River in the New Orleans area, we want to assure our Marines, Sailors, DoD Civilians, and their families that the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans Force Protection and Command teams are in close coordination with local, state, and federal agencies. Key Points: - Local governments do not intend to stop the water flow or turn off pumps. - Water is essential not only for basic life support but also public safety (e.g., fire-suppression capabilities). - Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes are taking measures to reduce water salinity by using barges of fresh water and installing reverse-osmosis machines. - Orleans and Jefferson Parishes are planning to build a cofferdam/reservoir around its water treatment intake pipes to mitigate the issue. - Increased salt levels could pose health risks to some vulnerable people, such as those with kidney/heart disease or high blood pressure. However, while salt levels in the water are expected to rise, causing a potential change in taste, they are not anticipated to reach levels that would require shutting off water service to homes, businesses, or schools. - Local officials have procured a substantial amount of potable water for distribution if salt levels rise to a concerning degree. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. City officials will also disseminate updates through the NOLA Ready system. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities.

Photo by Team New Orleans, US Army Corps of Engineers

U.S. Marine pose for a photo with Lt. Gen. David G. Bellon, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, and Phyllis Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavor Enterprises L.L.C. and Chairman of the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation during an unveiling ceremony for a statue of Gen. John A. Lejeune at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Sept. 20, 2023. Phyllis Taylor and her late husband, Patric F. Taylor, have been long-time loyal, dedicated and faithful supporters of the United States Marine Corps, donating multiple statues of Gen. Lejeune around the Corps. Taylor continues to support the Marine Corps through donations and contributions and was named the 76th Honorary Marine in 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

U.S. Marine pose for a photo with Lt. Gen. David G. Bellon, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, and Phyllis Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavor Enterprises L.L.C. and Chairman of the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation during an unveiling ceremony for a statue of Gen. John A. Lejeune at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Sept. 20, 2023. Phyllis Taylor and her late husband, Patric F. Taylor, have been long-time loyal, dedicated and faithful supporters of the United States Marine Corps, donating multiple statues of Gen. Lejeune around the Corps. Taylor continues to support the Marine Corps through donations and contributions and was named the 76th Honorary Marine in 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Adilene Ortiz, an admin clerk with Marine Forces Reserve, renders a salute during an award ceremony at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, September 1, 2023. Cpl. Ortiz, a native of San Diego, California, received a Certificate of Commendation for having been selected as Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter for the second quarter of calendar year 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Adilene Ortiz, an admin clerk with Marine Forces Reserve, renders a salute during an award ceremony at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, September 1, 2023. Cpl. Ortiz, a native of San Diego, California, received a Certificate of Commendation for having been selected as Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter for the second quarter of calendar year 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan Gonzalez)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Makayla A. Oppman, a administrative clerk, with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Makayla A. Oppman, a administrative clerk, with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Police Trainer Nick J. Tassin at Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Police Trainer Nick J. Tassin at Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Nicholas Bryan, a combat photographer with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Nicholas Bryan, a combat photographer with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Vincent L. Cloutier, an administration clerk with 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Vincent L. Cloutier, an administration clerk with 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Uri D. Romero, an administration clerk with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Uri D. Romero, an administration clerk with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Cameron M. Holden, a finance management resource analyst with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Cameron M. Holden, a finance management resource analyst with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Deandre D. Smith, an administration clerk with Marine Corps Individual Reserve at Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Deandre D. Smith, an administration clerk with Marine Corps Individual Reserve at Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Rasheem K. Reid an administration clerk with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Rasheem K. Reid an administration clerk with Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, participates during the oleoresin capsicum maneuver course during Security Augmentation Force training on Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug 31, 2023. SAF training is done to provide the Marine Corps with qualified and properly trained Marines to support Military Provost Marshal’s Office. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Sgt. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve conduct a levee clean-up volunteer activity under the direction of members of the Single Marine Program in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. One of the goals of the SMP is to encourage Marines to be more active in their community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve conduct a levee clean-up volunteer activity under the direction of members of the Single Marine Program in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. One of the goals of the SMP is to encourage Marines to be more active in their community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Preston Joines, an Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance system engineer, and Lance Cpl. Andres Castillo, an administrative specialist, both with Marine Forces Reserve, pick up trash during a levee clean-up in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned up half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Preston Joines, an Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance system engineer, and Lance Cpl. Andres Castillo, an administrative specialist, both with Marine Forces Reserve, pick up trash during a levee clean-up in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned up half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve take part in a levee clean-up in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned up half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve take part in a levee clean-up in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned up half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Wolfgang Lynn, president of the Marine Forces Reserve Single Marine Program, addresses his fellow Marines during a levee clean-up volunteer activity in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. One of the goals of the SMP is to encourage Marines to be more active in their communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Wolfgang Lynn, president of the Marine Forces Reserve Single Marine Program, addresses his fellow Marines during a levee clean-up volunteer activity in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. One of the goals of the SMP is to encourage Marines to be more active in their communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

the Single Marine Program in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

the Single Marine Program in New Orleans, April 27, 2023. Marines who volunteered cleaned half of a mile of the Algiers levee system, tightening the bond between the Marines and their local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Nicholas Bryan)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jason Burkett, commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve and commanding officer of Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, starts the sergeant major relief and appointment ceremony with Master Gunnery Sgt. Felipe Lopez, outgoing sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, conducts a passing of the sword with Sgt. Maj. Michelle Hill, incoming sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, April 21, 2023. The ceremony exemplifies customs and tradition by showcasing the transfer of leadership between the outgoing and incoming sergeants major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jason Burkett, commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve and commanding officer of Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, starts the sergeant major relief and appointment ceremony with Master Gunnery Sgt. Felipe Lopez, outgoing sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, conducts a passing of the sword with Sgt. Maj. Michelle Hill, incoming sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, April 21, 2023. The ceremony exemplifies customs and tradition by showcasing the transfer of leadership between the outgoing and incoming sergeants major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

Photo by COMMSTRAT

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jason Burkett, commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve and commanding officer of Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, starts the sergeant major relief and appointment ceremony with Master Gunnery Sgt. Felipe Lopez, outgoing sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, conducts a passing of the sword with Sgt. Maj. Michelle Hill, incoming sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, April 21, 2023. The ceremony exemplifies customs and tradition by showcasing the transfer of leadership between the outgoing and incoming sergeants major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jason Burkett, commanding officer of Headquarters Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve and commanding officer of Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, starts the sergeant major relief and appointment ceremony with Master Gunnery Sgt. Felipe Lopez, outgoing sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, conducts a passing of the sword with Sgt. Maj. Michelle Hill, incoming sergeant major for Headquarters battalion Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces South, at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, April 21, 2023. The ceremony exemplifies customs and tradition by showcasing the transfer of leadership between the outgoing and incoming sergeants major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

Photo by COMMSTRAT