At ease, San Antonio. The training exercises start at 7 p.m. and will last through Wednesday. Story by raquelltorrres.
The U.S. Army will be conducting military combat training in central and downtown areas of San Antonio through Wednesday night.Low-flying helicopters, simulated gunfire and controlled explosions may startle San Antonio residents in some areas, including downtown, this week as the U.S. Army conducts military training.
Training is set to begin Monday evening at 7 p.m., and will last until 1 a.m. each night through Wednesday, according to Ramos. Residents may see activity as early as 6 p.m., to prepare for the training, and activity as late as 3 a.m. as troops complete training, she said.Success! You're on the list.
The training will consist of air and ground mobility operations and close-quarter combat training to enhance soldiers’ skills by operating in a realistic environment, according to a press release from SAPD. Additionally, the use of local ground provides troops a unique training opportunity, according to the release, and will provide a simulated environment that troops could encounter when they’re deployed.
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