China News Service, April 9th reported comprehensively that the US carrier ’s epidemic situation was frequently reported. It was exposed that the infected person was found, making it the fourth U.S. Navy aircraft carrier to appear.
Data map: US Navy "Roosevelt" (CVN-71).
According to reports, the "Nimitz" aircraft carrier is part of the Third Fleet of the Pacific Fleet. After completing overhaul and maintenance in 2019, it is preparing to go to sea to carry out its mission.
U.S. news site Politico quoted three informed defense officials as reporting that a crew member of the "Nimitz" was diagnosed after showing symptoms last week.
The report pointed out that the crew was quarantined and taken off the aircraft carrier. The military is tracking and monitoring its close contacts according to the recommendations of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is also reported that a crew member of the "Nimitz" was also diagnosed with infection, but he has not yet boarded the ship and is currently undergoing isolation treatment.
Fitch, a spokesman for the US Navy ’s Third Fleet, said that the "Nimitz" had begun "in-ship isolation", and each person was scheduled to stay in a fixed area and undergo regular inspections. He explained that this approach not only reduces contact between crew members, but also facilitates monitoring of their health.
Fudge also mentioned that the commanders have been notified that they must summon the crew to return to the aircraft carrier to reduce the risk of infection and to ensure the best preparation for combat while ensuring the health of the soldiers.