170914-N-SZ865-025 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 14, 2017) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Brad Grayson signals as a CH-53E Super Stallion prepares to take off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is assisting with relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. The Department of Defense is supporting FEMA, the lead federal agency, in helping those affected by Hurricane Irma to minimize suffering and is one component of the overall whole-of-government response effort. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Eduardo Jorge/Released)