PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 10, 2016)—Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Christopher Lemons, from Bakersfield, Calif., climbs up a ladder well in a TYVEX suit after completing a toxic-gas drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island, the flagship of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is conducting integrated training with 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit off the coast of Southern California, in preparation for scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Robin W. Peak/Released)
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Petty Officer 2nd Class Robin Peak
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