PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) is underway to conduct lifesaving actions in support of disaster relief efforts in Tonga. Sampson is operating in the South Pacific to support international relief efforts in Tonga. Sampson is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Naval Aircrewmen 2nd Class John Allen)