171015-N-VK310-0032 CARIBBEAN SEA (Oct. 15, 2017) Sailors load cargo onto a landing craft utility assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 2 in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is assisting with relief efforts in Puerto Rico 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 Michael Molina/Released)