An Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialist with the 307th Civil Engineering Squadron slowly removes dirt to expose wires from a simulated improvised explosive device during a training exercise at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 10, 2018. Exposing IED wires allows EOD specialists to secure the wires and detonate or disarm the IED from a safe distance. The 307th CES is comprised of Citizen Reserve Airman. The routine training is designed to hone skills necessary for the Airmen to be proficient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Cody Burt/Released)