After damage and voyage repairs at Subic Bay, Wabash commenced routine local operations in Philippine waters. On 9 July, however, she returned hurriedly to Subic Bay to load stores and cargo and departed the following day to conduct a "stern chase" of task group TG 77.7. This group was then headed for the Indian Ocean and a 30-day "show the flag" cruise.
After sustaining damage and undergoing repairs at Subic Bay, Wabash resumed normal local operations in Philippine waters. However, on 9 July, she suddenly returned to Subic Bay to replenish supplies and cargo and set sail the following day to pursue a "stern chase" of task group TG 77.7. This group was then bound for the Indian Ocean and a 30-day "demonstration of presence" voyage.