NASA shifts space agency to telework after workers test positive for COVID-19

(KLTV) - NASA’s administrator has ordered the space agency’s employees and contractors to telework after a limited number of workers tested positive for COVID-19.

“Although a limited amount of employees have tested positive for COVID-19, it is imperative that we take this pre-emptive step to thwart further spreading of the virus among the workforce and our communities,” NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine stated in a press release Tuesday.

Mission-essential personnel will continue to work on-site.

Important message for the @NASA workforce on the agency’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19): https://t.co/piI21ECtvH pic.twitter.com/YKrFarvUSS
— Jim Bridenstine (@JimBridenstine) March 17, 2020

"NASA’s early and thoughtful actions in coordination with our country’s unified response to this health emergency is an incredible display of national solidarity. Thank you for your vigilance and flexibility. I am confident your diligence and commitment will ensure our mission will continue. Please make certain you are giving the appropriate attention to your health and that of your family.”