Oklahoma National Guard to assist with Hurricane Ida relief efforts

OKLAHOMA CITY – Approximately 500 Oklahoma National Guardsmen will depart for Louisiana in support of relief eff orts following the devastation of Hurricane Ida. The first group is scheduled to leave tomorrow.

While activated, Soldiers and Airmen will focus on route clearance, security, levee reinforcement and general support operations. “This is what the National Guard is for,” said Col. Bob Walte…