191025-N-TF178-1204 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 25, 2019) Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Nicholas Garzon uses an acetylene torch to heat a piece of steel aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is conducting routine operations in the eastern Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Laramore)