171106-N-VC599-007 NORFOLK (Nov. 6, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) arrives at Naval Station Norfolk following Hurricane Maria relief efforts. 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 2nd Class Justin Wolpert/Released)