Nearly a month after Hurricane Maria tore through Puerto Rico, more than a million people still struggle for food, water and other necessities.

The 139th Airlift Wing is doing its part to help with relief efforts, and KQ2's Kristina Zagame had the opportunity to join the 139th on one of its missions.

Members of the 139th set out for Puerto Rico Wednesday morning to deliver supplies to the devastated island.

Most of the team will stay in Puerto Rico for about two months.

"Our guys are doing a great job," said Col. John Cluck. "Our guys at the 139th know that we have very important work here and this really does matter for people's lives, so we're glad to be of assistance."

The death toll now stands at 48 but that number may rise with more than a hundred people still unaccounted for after last month's hurricane.

We will bring you more reports on the 139th Airlift Wing's relief mission to Puerto Rico throughout the week.