After Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama declared a national emergency, they requested life-saving assistance from the US due to Hurricane Eta. Joint Task Force-Bravo, made up of anout 14 military personnel, has responded with aerial rescue operations throughout the nations. JTF-Bravo has currently rescued 56 citizens throughout Honduras and Panama, as well as transport local rescue workers to struggling communities. “Our immediate – number one priority is to save lives,” stated Adm. Craig Faller, USSOUTHOM commander.
Source: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/382606/jtf-bravo-continues-rescue-victims-hurricane-eta