170924-N-MC499-029 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 24, 2017) A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Dolphin helicopter takes off after refueling on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is assisting with relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. The Department of Defense is supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the lead federal agency in helping those affected by Hurricane Maria 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 Dana D. Legg/Released)