 This past summer, USS Patriot began a maintenance period to upkeep the ship. This was also a chance for the crew to hone their skills in a controlled environment in case of a fire. Well, part of entering an availability like the Patriot is right now, we have to do what's called integrated fire drill, utilizing base services. The crew worked alongside various entities from around base, including environmental services and the fire department. These drills ensure that Patriot has sailors that are always prepared. It is very particular that we continue to do it because if we don't, we'll get out of the habit of it and we won't know what we're doing in the end if we don't continue to practice. Although this ship is out of the water, it doesn't stop Patriot sailors from being mission ready. Petty Officer Gabriel Cotigo, Fleet Activities, Sosabu, Japan.