Alix Arnaldo Ramirez Midence, a volunteer firefighter for 16 years, stops for a photo opportunity during the CENTAM SMOKE exercise Aug. 28, 2015, at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras. The exercise, known as Central America Sharing Mutual Operational Knowledge and Experience, or "CENTAM SMOKE," brings together U.S. and Central American firefighters to train and improve their ability to work together. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Staff Sgt. Jessica Condit)