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Ceremonial cannon fire at NSA Mechanicsburg on Aug. 14

Planned ceremonial cannon volleys around 10 a.m. during a change of command and retirement ceremony; officials say there is no cause for concern.

Published Aug 14, 2026, 8:29 AM EDT | Northampton Crimewatch

On Friday, Aug. 14, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mechanicsburg will conduct ceremonial cannon fire as part of a change of command and retirement ceremony. Installation personnel and nearby residents can expect a series of volleys around 10 a.m.; the activity is planned and not a cause for concern, according to the Camp Hill Police Department.