Within the last 24 hours, one (1) individual at MCAS Iwakuni has tested positive for COVID-19 following restriction of movement exit testing.

This individual arrived directly to MCAS Iwakuni via a military-coordinated flight and, in accordance with USFJ policy, immediately entered into a restriction of movement period.

All close contacts for this case have been appropriately identified and quarantined.

Results from the large-scale testing of those in proximity to the positive cases announced on Nov. 9 and 10 are pending.

On-base medical authorities will continue to provide information to off-base health authorities concerning relevant contact trace findings.

All individuals who receive positive tests results will remain in isolation status until classified as recovered in accordance with Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery guidance.