An Airman from the 724th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron prepares a copper rod a safe distance from power generators at a new base location, Sept. 09, 2017, at Air Base 201, Agadez, Niger. The set-up is part of the move to the bigger base is called “FLEXIT,” short for "Flintlock Exit.” The rod acts as a magnet for lightning strikes in case of inclement weather, protecting generators from being struck. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua R. M. Dewberry/released)