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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mary Clift, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, tests a water sample.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jamal Berry II)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mary Clift, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, tests a water sample during U.S. Air Force led operational exercise Beverly Midnight 26 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. BM26 enhances resiliency and survivability across all levels by providing Airmen the opportunity to practice lifesaving skills, strengthening defense capabilities in support of regional security.

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