Here’s why you might see more boat, aircraft traffic than usual around McNeil Island next week
Next week, Puget Sound residents can expect an increase in noise, air and maritime traffic as 1st Special Forces Group conducts a week-long training exercise near McNeil Island.
There will be noticeable aviation and maritime traffic from 9 a.m. until midnight from Sept. 28 thru Oct. 2, according to a news release from Joint Base Lewis-McChord public affairs.
Public affairs officials said the unit will take “every measure” to limit the noise associated with the training.
Residents seeking additional information can call the 1st Special Forces Group public affairs office at 253-967-2817 or 253-905-1637.
Abbie Shull
The News Tribune