Even the sound of strong rain failed to hide the roar of rockets and the blast of artillery fired by Philippine and United States forces as part of Exercise Balikatan in Palawan. The US Army showcased its vaunted M142 HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) at Campong Ulay in the coastal town of Rizal that faces the West Philippine Sea.
The day’s exercise began with the HIMARS launching several rockets at simulated targets in the WPS. This was followed by a number of rounds fired by a 105mm howitzer crewed by Philippine Marines. The sky was also illuminated by a number of star cluster rounds from Filipino and American troops concealed behind camouflage to assist in identifying the targets.
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