21-05-2025
MCAS Miramar, Camp Pendleton conducting regional antiterrorism exercise
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — San Diegans might observe increased military aircraft and personnel over the next few days as a number of Marine Corps installations are conducting a regional full-scale antiterrorism exercise known as Semper Durus.
According to a news release by Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Exercise Semper Durus will last until Thursday.
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It will test a variety of scenarios meant to test the region's ability to respond to emergencies, protect infrastructure and defend against unforeseen threats.
'This exercise is essential for validating our installation protection response plans and ensuringour region remains resilient in the face of evolving threats,' said Brig. Gen. Nick I. Brown,Commanding General, Marine Corps Installations West – Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.'By training in realistic scenarios alongside our interagency partners, we ensure a unified,coordinated response to any crisis.'
Along with MCB Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Stations in Camp Pendleton, Miramar, Yuma and the Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow are all participating in the exercise.
The public might see an increased military presence in the air and on the ground until Thursday. Authorities say that while there may not be any scheduled gate or road closures during the dates of the large-scale exercise, it may cause some minor traffic delays.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, California Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the San Diego Law Enforcement Coordination Center are also involved in the exercise.
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