The South Carolina State Guard (SCSG) has been increasingly activating troops in response to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, which left a path of destruction throughout the state. Currently, 146 soldiers from the SCSG are on State ...
Unified in Service: Georgia State Defense Force and National Guard Lead Efforts After Hurricane Helene
A week after Hurricane Helene devastated the Southeastern United States, the region is grappling with the aftermath of the deadliest hurricane since Katrina in 2005. The storm, which plowed into Florida and then moved inland, has left 200 people confi ...
Recovery Efforts Gain Momentum in Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath
The long road to recovery continues as more communities across the Southeast emerge from the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene. Buncombe County, North Carolina, announced the reopening of I-40 eastbound, providing much-needed relief to the regio ...
Resilience in the Face of Devastation: State Defense Forces and National Guard Lead Recovery Efforts Post-Helene
In the last few days, we have been reporting on the tragic loss of life and the devastating damage that Hurricane Helene inflicted on Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The storm, which began as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, tore thro ...
State Defense Forces Respond to Hurricane Helene’s Devastation: A Critical Role in Recovery *UPDATED
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the extent of devastation was staggering, as the storm caused widespread damage and loss of life across multiple states. From Tampa to Atlanta to Asheville, high winds, torrential rain, and the storm's sheer size le ...
Historic Hurricane Helene Slams Florida and Georgia: Flooding, Tornadoes, and Tragic Loss of Life *UPDATED
Yesterday, we reported on the significant threat that Hurricane Helene was projected to pose, and now the storm's destruction is tragically unfolding as predicted. Already, seven deaths have been confirmed due to the hurricane’s violent weather. Three ...
Hurricane Helene Intensifies to Category 4, Multiple States Brace for Impact *UPDATED
Hurricane Helene is rapidly intensifying as it moves north from the Gulf of Mexico, poised to bring devastating impacts to Florida and Georgia. As of Thursday morning, Helene is predicted to make landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in Florida’s Big Bend ...
Brigadier General Watts Explores Future of Paid Service for The Georgia State Defense Force
In this Commanders Briefing podcast clip, we discuss the trend of State Defense Forces, including The New York Guard, beginning to compensate their troops for both training and active duty missions. During the conversation, we ask Brigadier General Denni ...
Texas State Guard 1st Brigade Celebrates Family Day, Strengthening Soldier-Family Bonds
On August 17, 2024, Guardsmen from the 4th Battalion, 1st Brigade of the Texas State Guard gathered at the National Guard Armory in Fort Worth, Texas, for a memorable Family Day event. The day was an opportunity for soldiers and their families to come to ...
Texas State Guard’s 1st Brigade Enhances Readiness with Heavy Equipment Training
Building on their engineering expertise, soldiers from 2BN, C Co., 1st Brigade, Texas State Guard (TXSG - State Defense Force), underwent intensive training and certification on various construction equipment, such as loaders and forklifts, to enhance th ...