The test result was positive, but it was not from a real patient. Instead, it was a practice result that was sent over to the state’s raw data site.
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Bristol Bay leaders express concern over Alaska’s commercial fishing health mandate
Thousands of commercial fishery workers coming to Bristol Bay will be operating under a strict set of guidelines this season, laid out in the new mandate released last week by Gov. Mike Dunleavy. But some local leaders say it’s not enough.
Sport fishing stays open, but restrictions will shape Bristol Bay’s summer tourism
Alaska has designated fishing as “critical infrastructure” — including sport fishing. But travel mandates could make trips to fishing destinations an upstream battle for people trying to come in from out of state.
As thousands of commercial fishermen prepare to come to Alaska, Dunleavy releases health and safety guidelines
The mandate targets independent fishing boats, many of which are operated by captains and crew who travel to Bristol Bay from outside Alaska.
Bristol Bay health organizations increase testing capacity as they brace for fishing season
Bristol Bay’s health corporation and the Camai clinic in Naknek are continuing to prepare for the upcoming fishing season, when the region expects thousands of commercial fishers and workers from around the country to come to the region.
As state continues fishery preparations, Bristol Bay group calls for help with safety measures
There is still no consensus between the state and local entities on what the rules will be for the fishery.