Military helicopters to train over Sarnia this week

Sarnia residents may see and hear military helicopters this week as Canadian Special Operations Forces conduct routine low-level flight training over local waters. The exercises run from July 27 to 30 between 3 p.m. and 2 a.m.

Sarnia residents may see and hear military helicopters this week as Canadian Special Operations Forces conduct routine low-level flight training over local waters. The exercises run from July 27 to 30 between 3 p.m. and 2 a.m.

Members of the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command will conduct routine training in the vicinity of Muskoka, Meaford, Bruce Peninsula, Sarnia, and Cockburn Island from July 27 to 30.

The training will take place between 3 p.m. and 2 a.m. each day and will primarily involve low overwater flight training. Residents can expect to see and hear up to three CH-146 Griffon helicopters in these areas.

National Defence said all efforts will be made to minimize disruption to surrounding communities. The Canadian Special Operations Forces Command thanked local residents for their support and understanding during the training.