Local Coronavirus (COVID-19) preparedness Information

Local Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the Travel Industry in Whatcom County

As a valued member of Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism, we want to share the latest information from the WA Department of Commerce, Whatcom County health officials, the US Department of State, Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Seattle International Airport, and the US Travel Association regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus.

Washington State

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): Traveler updates are available on the Port of Seattle's website
A message from WA Dept of Commerce about Covid-19 business preparedness
Whatcom County Dept of Health's most recent Covid-19 post on 2/27
King County's printable Planning for Coronavirus Pandemic: A guide for businesses and organizations
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United States

The U.S. Department of State maintains a Level 4 Travel Advisory (its highest) with the message: "Do not travel to China." On February 26, a Level 3 Advisory ("Reconsider Travel") was issued for South Korea
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Warning Level 3: Avoid Nonessential Travel to China.
The U.S. Travel Association encourages travelers and the U.S. travel industry to monitor and follow guidance offered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (links and industry updates on the U.S. Travel Association web site)
Travel industry talking Points (U.S. Travel Association)