While the long-term effects of the coronavirus – COVID-19 – continue to be uncertain, the Army is taking immediate steps to protect the force, preserve readiness, and mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission among personnel. Consequently, one protective measure the Army has taken was to publish an order March 7, directing Soldiers and family members who are on orders to move to or from Korea or Italy to stop movement and delay travel until May 6, 2020, or until further notice.