Within the last 24 hours, one (1) individual at MCAS Iwakuni has tested positive for COVID-19.

This individual was a close contact of an identified positive case and has been in a restriction of movement period since being identified. The likelihood of further spread of the virus remains low due to strict adherence to restriction of movement procedures.

All identified close contacts have been quarantined at this time and will be tested for COVID-19.

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.