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Naval bombing training scheduled for June in Marion County

Training period runs through June 18, U.S. Forest Service said

U.S. Navy Bombing Range (U.S. Forest Service)

MARION COUNTY, Fla. – Navy training schedules indicate training will take place at the Pinecastle Range Complex in the Ocala National Forest from June 6 to 18.

During bombing periods, the Navy said wildlife could be temporarily displaced.

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The bombing normally takes place between 8 a.m. and one hour before sunset, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

The Navy asked drivers to use caution when traveling through the forest and surrounding areas.

News 6 has attached a map of the site and closure areas below.

If you have any noise complaints you can call Fleet Area Control and Surveillance Facility Jacksonville at 1-800-874-5059.

Pinecastle Naval Range Closure Areas (U.S. Forest Service)

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