Governor activates coronavirus task force to bolster state's preparations

From the Office of the Governor

HELENA — Gov. Steve Bullock, along with state public health and emergency response officials, announced Tuesday the activation of the Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force.

While no cases have yet been diagnosed in the state, Montana is monitoring the fast-moving situation and taking steps to prepare and aggressively respond in the event the coronavirus, or COVID-19, outbreak reaches Montana.

“Today, I announced the activation of the Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force to bolster the state’s preparations and to ensure we are doing all we can to continue coordinating e...