Current as of July 17, 2020

F.E. Warren has implemented Health Protection Condition Bravo Plus (HPCON B+). The new measures are tailored accordingly to the conditions at F.E. Warren and the surrounding area. It is imperative we remain vigilant to limit exposure, and strictly adhere to social distancing and use of face coverings when social distancing is not possible, and to comply with mandated use of face coverings in identified areas on and off base.

Updates (more details in sections below and to the right):

LOCAL AREA RESTRICTIONS

• Individuals designated in DSI, ROM, quarantine, or isolation status will adhere to their specifically established measures and orders.
• Bars, nightclubs, concerts, and movie theaters with the exception of the base theater are off-limits to all uniformed service members. This restriction is highly encouraged for civilians and family members.
• All uniformed service members will cease in-restaurant dining. Members will use carry out or delivery only.
• Limit social gatherings to 50 personnel at outdoor locations, 25 people for ceremonies at the Trail’s End, 118 personnel in the Base Theater, and 10 people in residential areas.
• Continue to avoid locations of large public gatherings to the greatest extent possible.
• Personnel will use face coverings if unable to social distance regardless of the size or location of social gatherings.
• Exceptions will be approved by the Wing Commander.

TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS

• All DoD, AF, AFGSC, and 20 AF travel restrictions remain in effect.
• When traveling away from home, create plans to mitigate exposure.
• Minimize stops between departure location and destination.
• All members will adhere to social distancing requirements. When unable to meet social distancing requirements, face coverings will be worn.
• Refer to the unit commander for latest travel restrictions, local area definition, dining restrictions, and list of pre-authorized travel areas.
• DSI members may travel to open recreation areas, but are limited to travel only with other members also in DSI.
• Use the CDC website, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/county-map.html, for reference

LEAVE

• Personnel are allowed to take leave within and outside the local area and are encouraged to do so, pursuant to DoD, USAF, and 90 MW policy.
• Members will adhere to state and local government guidelines and orders. Social distancing, wearing a face covering, and limiting exposure remain critical to the wellness of the force and viability of our missions.
• All uniformed service members will complete the COVID-19 Risk Exposure Activity Worksheet and submit it with all leave requests and when on pass if members intend to travel outside the local area (1-hour radius from F. E. Warren AFB).
• Refer to unit commander for dining restrictions/options while on leave outside the local area.

BASE ACCESS

• Installation access will resume normal pre-COVID-19 operations and times (Gates 1, 2 and 5).
• Installation visitor passes are authorized; sponsoring member will ensure their visitors comply with base directives and restrictions.
• All uniform service members and DoD civilians will notify their unit commander of inbound visitors from out of state or areas considered hot zones; commanders will evaluate on a case-by-case basis for ROM and visitor passes.

FITNESS CENTER CHANGES

• Freedom Hall Fitness Center:
  • Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday, 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. (No 24-Hour Access)
    • Open to Active/Guard, Reserve, DoD Civilians, and Dependents 18 and over.
    • Enforce 6 ft. social distancing (limit facility to 40 patrons at a time)
  • Selectorized machines and free weight area: per Public Health, members wearing masks do not have to maintain the 6 ft. rule. 
  • Locker Rooms:  Limit use to bathroom and sink use only for washing hands; locker areas and showers are off-limits.
  • Closed to public:  Basketball Courts, PCA, Racquetball Courts, Aerobic Room, and Saunas; No events, intramural sports, or massage therapy;
• Independence Hall Fitness Center:
  • Open to Active/Guard/Reserve/DoD Civilians/Dependents:  Monday - Friday, 5 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    • (DSI ONLY Monday - Friday, 1 to 7 p.m.).
    • Limit of 40 personnel in facility
    • Closed to public:  Aerobic Room and Volleyball Net Removed

MISSION SUPPORT GROUP AND FORCE SUPPORT

• FTAC and ALS will conduct classes as scheduled with enforced social distancing in place. 
  • Maintain DFAC as a carry-out food operation only, while maintaining a single point of entry and enforced social distancing for employees and patrons. 
  • Face masks will be worn by all patrons while in the DFAC or in line to enter.
• Open Bowling Center, Aquatic Center, Adventure Park, Fall Hall/Outdoor Recreation (ODR), Archery Range, and Art & Crafts on a limited bases; limit patrons in facility to maintain social distancing.  Personnel will wear face masks while in the facilities when six feet of distance cannot be maintained.
• Bowling Center
  • Hours will be Monday- Friday from 7 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 
    • Food and beverage operations will be Take-out only.
    • Limit occupancy to no more than 10 patrons in the facility at a time.
    • Limit use of lanes to 3 patrons per lane.
    • Lanes used will be spaced out to the maximum extent possible.
• Aquatic Center: Active Duty lap swim only, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. 2 p.m.
• Adventure Park is open by reservation only.
• Fall Hall/ODR will limit hours to Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m..  All equipment will be available for rent with curbside pickup and drop off. 
• Awake Coffee Shop hours limited to Monday - Friday, 7  to 11 a.m., curbside only.
• Archery Range will open by appointment only and limited to 2 patrons at a time.
• Art & Crafts will conduct limited operations and will not provide in-person classes.  Hours will be limited to Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
• Du Jour (Trail’s End) operations; only curbside to-go meals will be offered Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Thursday & Friday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

 CDC / YOUTH CENTER

• Child Development Center (CDC) and Youth Center (YC). 
  • Requests for mission-essential child care must be coordinated through the member’s squadron commander.  Members cannot utilize CDC and YC services if at least one parent or caregiver is present in the home.
• Maintain MPF and Civilian personnel services on an appointment bases only (7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and maximize virtual capability.
• Allow inbound families access to on-base lodging/TLF.
• Establish and implement designated hours for military Retirees (who are also not DoD civilians), their dependents, and Veteran Benefits card holders to access the Military Personnel Flight (MPF) from 1 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• All NAF activities that were to resume on 1 July are suspended until further notice.

MEDICAL GROUP CHANGES

• Limit personnel entering the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) to the maximum extent possible. 
  • Example, if an adult requires MTF access for care, that adult should only enter the MTF unless a medical attendant is required.
  • Example, if an underage dependent requires MTF access for care, the dependent requiring care and only one adult attendant should enter the MTF.
• Respiratory Operations Medical Clinic (ROMC) Contact Procedures
  • For active duty members who are symptomatic, contact the ROMC (number provided by unit commanders), Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m..  After hours and weekends, if symptoms are mild and the member feels comfortable waiting until the next day, call ROMC in the morning. Otherwise, call the nurse advice line for further guidance.
  • If a member has been contacted by Public Health or unit commanders have concerns regarding individuals that may have been in close contact with a COVID-19 positive individual, contact Public Health at 307-773-3040.
  • Public Health will determine if contact tracing is appropriate and make the determination if the individual needs to call ROMC.

Med Group Screening Plan and Respiratory Clinic Information

Active duty members only: MDG's Respiratory Clinic Hotline is open from 0730-1630 Monday-Friday for ACTIVE DUTY members only who have fever and cold/flu-like symptoms.  Active Duty members can call the hotline at 773-5132 or 773-3915 or 773-5083. Unit leadership has a phone number if you need to reach the clinic before the above hours or on weekends.  You will be triaged over the phone and disposition will be determined. 

Active Duty members with any other acute concerns, or respiratory issues after the above hours, call the appointment line during normal duty hours at 773-3461 and wait for your Primary Care Team to call you back.  After duty hours or on the weekend, call the Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-TRICARE.

For dependents and retirees, call the appointment line during normal duty hours at 773-3461 and wait for your Primary Care Team to call you back.  If after duty hours or on the weekend, call the Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-TRICARE.

COVID-19 symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Please visit the Center of Disease Control website for more information.