Blackfeet reissues COVID-19 mandates as cases rise on Reservation

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UPDATED EMERGENCY PUBLIC NOTICE – MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2021 – 3:15 P.M.

The Blackfeet Reservation is currently experiencing an increased number of COVID-19 cases at this time.

The following orders are issued by the Blackfeet Incident Command Team:

1. A mandatory mask mandate for the Blackfeet Reservation effective immediately. All businesses and individuals shall be notified.

2. All Blackfeet Tribal Offices shall be closed to the public until further notice. Tribal Employees will report to work on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Business may be handled via phone, email, fax, or appointment.

The Blackfeet Reservation is not on lockdown.

Anyone traveling out of town is encouraged to wear a mask and follow CDC recommendations.

These orders are effective immediately and shall remain in effect until further notice and are put in place in the best interest of the Blackfeet Reservation.

Blackfeet Care Center

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PUBLIC NOTICE FROM THE BLACKFEET CARE CENTER – JULY 9, 2021:
Due to the rise in active COVID-19 cases on the Blackfeet Reservation, per the Medical Director, the Blackfeet Care Center will be on 30 day lockdown effective today, July 9, 2021, for the safety of all residents.
There will be no visitors allowed during this time.
Please call 338-2686 if you have any questions.

Blackfeet Update: COVID-19 Cases

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As of June 23, 2021, the Blackfeet reservation has had 0 active COVID-19 cases for 23 straight days.

Covid deaths ravaged this Native American Tribe. Now, 98% of eligible citizens are vaccinated.

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Covid deaths ravaged this Native American Tribe. Now, 98% of eligible citizens are vaccinated. Click here to learn more.

COVID Data Tracker

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Mask Mandate Update

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PUBLIC NOTICE – MAY 19, 2021
The CDC has made a recommendation for masks to be lifted in accordance with local health officials. For the safety of those who are not vaccinated, especially the children, the Blackfeet Tribe will continue to follow the mask mandate until further notice.