 You might say Air Station Iwakuni's harbor operations are hidden, but just because they aren't in plain sight doesn't make the service members' jobs any less important. Day-to-day operations for us is basically security response and facility response. We basically are in charge of securing the side of the base and if any oil falls in the water, we're supposed to take care of it. This is called a boom. If fuel spills into the water, the boom is immediately put into the water to prevent it from spreading. The safety of the base is our number one priority and even though we're way out here, sometimes forgotten we don't stop working, we're here 24-7 and we never stop. Another part of their job is making sure no unauthorized boats enter the harbor. These service members constantly work to keep Air Station Iwakuni's harbor fuel-free and safe. Lance Corporal Haley Foray, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan.