All indoor gatherings limited to 50 total people to prevent the spread of illness. Also maintain 6-foot distance from others.

For BAFB dorm residents:

• Cease in-person gathering in individual dorm rooms
• Limit gatherings in quad common areas to residents of that quad
• Limit dayrooms to fewer than 10 people and maintain 6 feet physical distancing

Outdoor activities:

• The new Louisiana Governor's order also limits the size of social gatherings to 50 people indoors. Outdoor social gatherings are also limited to 50 people if individuals cannot avoid being within six feet of one another. 
• Avoid activities requiring contact of shared objects and surfaces with persons who do not live in your residence

The BX and commissary will have a single point of entry and are open to ALL beneficiaries with BX and DECA privileges with the following caveats:

• All patrons MUST WEAR face masks while in BX and commissary facilities
• The number of patrons in BX and commissary facilities at one time will not exceed 50 percent facility capacity

All Barksdale AFB services and MWR activities are authorized to reopen with the following caveats:

• All services and MWR activities will undergo a review of their public health procedures by 2 MDG Public Health. Services and MWR activities will not reopen without 2 MDG Public Health clearance to do so
• All services and MWR facilities are limited to 50 percent of their total capacity
• All services and MWR employees and all patrons will wear face masks in all services and MWR facilities and enforce strict physical distancing of 6 feet
• Indoor fitness facilities (gyms) are limited to Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard members and 50 percent of total capacity

Military members may use off-base gyms and fitness facilities with the following caveats:

• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet
• Military members will NOT participate in contact sports
• Adhere to the facility's sanitation protocols
• Practice good hygiene

Military members may attend on and off base religious services with the following caveats:

• The service is conducted in accordance with the Governor of Louisiana orders
• Maintain physical distancing of at least 6 feet between yourself and others who do not live in your residence

A: In an effort to reduce contact between individuals entering Barksdale, new gate procedures are being implemented immediately for base entry. When approaching the gate, hold onto your ID card with the back barcode visible to the Security Forces member. The Defender will scan your card and allow you to enter the installation. Follow all directions provided by the Defender. For additional information, refer to the AF Connect app for the 2nd Bomb Wing.

Please coordinate with supervisors and Squadron commanders to determine reporting options.

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• If you are sick, stay home. Those who have flu-like symptoms are directed to report this information to their chain of command and call 318-456-6555.
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• Civilian reporting options (admin leave, sick leave, etc.) are complex. Commanders are working closely with the Civilian Personnel Office and all questions should be coordinated through supervisors and commanders.

A: Personnel are strongly encouraged to limit movement off-installation. Civilian personnel are not directed, but are strongly encouraged to follow the recommendations.

Access to Barksdale Air Force Base is no-longer restricted to mission critical personnel only and the commander has implemented changes to the installation policy guidance that removes some limitations from groups associated with the base, including military retirees. The following preventative actions, which align with BAFB’s Public Health Emergency Declaration, will become effective at 6 a.m. on May, 16, to August 6, 2020, or until such time the installation commander determines public health data indicates the risk for sustained community transmission has been mitigated, whichever may occur first. In order to access facilities on Barksdale AFB, patrons should be prepared to wear face coverings and maintain a 6 ft. separation between themselves and others, not residing within their household. Specific guidelines for all installation services can be found at https://www.barksdale.af.mil/News/COVID-19-BAFB/BARKSDALE-SERVICES/

All Barksdale AFB residents (Hunt housing, BAFB Billeting, FAMCAMP, or dorm residents) and 2d Bomb Wing assigned personnel residing on or off-base are directed to comply with the following guidelines:

• Remain within one hour of your primary residence at all times
• Limit indoor and outdoor activities to fewer than 50 people and practice physical distancing of 6 feet or more if leaving your home
• Avoid activities requiring the contact of shared objects and surfaces with persons who do not live at the residence
• Refrain from going inside off-base restaurants, stores or businesses to the max extent possible and instead, utilize drive-thru, curbside pick-up, and home delivery options
• Wear a face covering whenever in public.

Dorm residents should contact their immediate supervisor or command team for specific guidance related to do their dormitory. These restrictions do not apply to seeking medical treatment for you or your family.

We understand that these restrictions may cause some challenges on our Airmen, families, and local communities. We encourage everyone to lean on their command teams for support and guidance during this time. For more information, call the 2nd Bomb Wing Public Affairs Office at 318-456-1015 or email 2BW.PA@us.af.mil.