As the COVID-19 curve begins to flatten, officials at Fort Campbell are easing some restrictions in order to create a new normal on the installation.
101st Airborne Commander Major General Brian Winski says they are transitioning from HPCON Charlie, which is a substantial health crisis, to HPCON Bravo which is less severe. He adds HPCON Charlie has been in effect since March 26, with numerous factors being considered before changing back to Bravo.
Among changes to the installation, Winski says they will begin to open some gyms at 50% capacity for active-duty soldiers.
He says paired with portable gyms, there should be enough equipment for all active-duty personnel to maintain personal readiness. Beginning next Monday, Winski adds they will begin the process of opening pools. The pools that open will only be available for active-duty members.
Winski also stressed that active-duty personnel can travel up to 50 miles without approval and up to 250 miles with approval from battalion or squadron level commanders.
He encourages everyone to avoid high-risk areas like Bowling Green and Warren County.
Winski says as things begin to open they expect an increase of cases, however, the increase is not expected to overwhelm Blanchfield Army Community Hospital staff.
He adds there is a minor increase in active cases on the installation. Winski notes that no active-duty soldiers have been hospitalized because of COVID-19 and very few retirees have required care. No COVID-19 related deaths have been reported.
In other news, Garrison Commander Colonel Jeremy Bell says Fort Campbell will not host a traditional 4th of July celebration but adds the USO is working on a special event.
The next Fort Campbell Town Hall will take place Tuesday evening, June 16 at 6:00, as they shift to a bi-monthly schedule.
