SOFX The Crossroads of Special Operations
U.S. Northern Command has begun to implement action plans due to the spread of the coronavirus. Approved by Defense Secretary Mark Esper, these plans include ordering commanders to prepare for a widespread outbreak and to confine service members who have travelled to China. The Department of Defense Global Campaign plan for Pandemic Influenza and Infectious Diseases 3551-13 has been reported to have been implemented by U.S. Northern Command. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Mike Hatfield has commented that these actions are not a cause for concern by the American people, however. Being prepared is the goal, and how the military will respond in the case of a wide-spread breakout is being discussed.
Source: https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2020/02/13/us-military-prepping
