As of 3/31/20, no COVID-19 cases had been identified in the Tri-County area. At the Tri-County’s only hospital facility, Big Bend Regional Medical Center spokesperson Ruth Hucke said, “We’ve had a task force in place for several weeks now so that we would be prepared, and we have protocols in place for just such an event.” At Big Bend National Park, all visitor centers and entrance stations are closed, along with the Boquillas port of entry. All interpretive programming and special events have been canceled for the next 60 days. Visit nps.gov/bibe/index.htm for detailed information about the Park’s status.
Here in the Big Bend, just about all activities have been delayed, suspended, or canceled, so residents and visitors should check ahead. For links to various local events click below.
