U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Emili Currey, left, and Jay Gonsalves, a firefighter with the San Francisco Fire Department, practice fast-rope techniques during an exercise at the SFFD Treasure Island Training Center during San Francisco Fleet Week in San Francisco Oct. 9, 2024. San Francisco Fleet Week, now in its 43rd iteration, is a time-honored sea service celebration that allows citizens of the Bay Area to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 2,500 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of the Bay Area during the event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Elizabeth Grubbs)