180103-N-HT134-148 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 3, 2018) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Andrew GebhartHardin reports to a repair locker during a simulated flooding training evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel Pastor/Released)