LAKEHURST — Residents near Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst should prepare to hear the “sounds of freedom” throughout much of August as military training continues across the installation.
The base’s August noise calendar calls for moderate noise levels from August 1 through August 22, followed by lower noise levels from August 23 through August 27. Moderate noise is expected again from August 28 through August 31.
Moderate-noise training may involve rotary-wing aerial gunnery, including .50-caliber weapons, rocket fire and rotary cannons. The quieter training period may include ground-based small-arms fire, rifles and light crew-served weapons.
So, when the windows rattle or a distant boom rolls across the region, there is a good chance it is scheduled military training — the familiar sounds of freedom from the joint base.
Officials said the noise may not be constant. Cloud cover and other weather conditions can also change how far sound travels. Training schedules and expected noise levels remain subject to change because of weather or operational requirements.
Residents with questions or concerns may call the base at 609-754-2575.
