News Summary
Residents of Camp Pendleton are advised to prepare for loud booms starting Friday as the military conducts live-fire training until July 20. The noise advisory warns that training will occur 24 hours a day, particularly peaking on July 20. Community members are encouraged to stay informed and take precautions as high explosive munitions will be used, and booms may be heard even miles away. Ensure preparedness for an unusually noisy week ahead!
Attention Camp Pendleton Residents: Expect Loud Booms Ahead!
Hello, Camp Pendleton! Buckle up because starting this Friday, things are set to get a whole lot louder in your neighborhood. That’s right, loud booms will be echoing through the air as the military kicks off live-fire training that will last until July 20. Parents, you might want to prepare the kids for a few unexpected loud noises!
What You Need to Know
So here’s the scoop: Camp Pendleton officials have issued a noise advisory for those living in the affected areas across South Orange County. From Friday to July 20, troops will be busy out there conducting training exercises every single day—yes, you heard that right, 24 hours a day from midnight till 11:59 p.m.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 20, because that day will be particularly *boisterous*! Expect the live mortar fire and those high explosive munitions to be going off starting as early as 6 a.m. and continuing all the way through midnight. You might want to consider planning outdoor activities with some ear plugs handy.
You Might Hear This – A Lot!
Now, if you’re picturing your weekend being punctuated by sudden bangs, you’re not alone! Residents living in the training zone can expect to hear those high explosive munitions during these live-fire exercises. It’s not just a little noise here and there; based on past experiences, residents can anticipate hearing booms at all hours—day or night.
For those living nearby, Fallbrook is located about 5 miles from the Zulu impact area and 7.3 miles from the Whiskey impact area. Overside residents are just a little closer, at 6.6 miles from Zulu and 9.9 miles from Whiskey. Even people as far away as 50 miles could catch a little bit of that sound, depending on the weather. That’s quite a reach!
Where is the Action Happening?
The training will be taking place at Camp Pendleton’s Whiskey and Zulu Impact Areas where all the real action is centered. If you live nearby, it’s probably best to stay informed and maybe find a good spot to rest indoors when those louder moments strike. You never know when the ground might shake or when a boom will echo through the air!
Stay Informed!
For those who are curious or want to keep updated on what’s happening, be sure to check out the official Camp Pendleton website. They have all the information you might need, plus a contact number if you have specific inquiries. If you are interested in what goes down during these military exercises or have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Range Operations Division Office.
So there you have it, Camp Pendleton! Get ready to experience a bit more noise than usual in the coming days. Keep those windows closed, and the stereo turned up, and get ready for a never-before-booming week. Stay safe, and keep those ear plugs handy!
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Noise Advisory for Live-Fire Training at Camp Pendleton
Additional Resources
- Patch: Noise Advisory in South Orange County
- Fox 5 San Diego: Loud Booms Incoming
- Patch: Noise Advisory in Southern OC
- Picket Fence Media: Historical Happenings
- Patch: Noise Advisory Across Southwest RivCo
- Wikipedia: Military Training Exercises
- Google Search: Noise Advisory Camp Pendleton
- Google Scholar: Military Noise Impact
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Noise Pollution
- Google News: Loud Booms Orange County
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