The sound of crashing waves and seagulls will compete with the sound of military helicopters during training operations at Camp Rilea Wednesday through Friday, officials said Tuesday.
The camp, located between Astoria and Seaside, is the Oregon National Guard's premier training center, and also hosts numerous state and regional training cadres including the Oregon State Police and wildland fire training.
Officials say most of the training will happen in the interior of the camp, on training ranges and also near the base’s heliport. Expect to hear military choppers--including AH-64 Apache and CH-47 Chinook helicopters--at all hours of the day and night.
On Saturday and Sunday, the camp will host a wildland fire training course, which will likely include multiple controlled fires and plenty of smoke.
Officials said coastal residents can contact the Camp Rilea's range control office at 503-836-4096 if they have questions.
Source: http://www.oregonlive.com
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