Within the last 24 hours, seven (7) individuals at MCAS Iwakuni have tested positive for COVID-19 after developing symptoms while in a restriction of movement status.

These individuals were close contacts of identified positive cases and have been in a restriction of movement period since exposure. The likelihood of further spread of the virus remains low due to strict adherence to restriction of movement procedures.

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.