U.S. Adds Health Controls for Ebola at Three Airports; Delays Possible
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
HOUSTON – Federal authorities in the United States announced new public health measures in response to the Ebola outbreak in Africa, which include arrival restrictions and enhanced health screenings at designated airports, including Houston. Starting May 26, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston will join the list of authorized airports to receive flights from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan, along with Washington Dulles (IAD) and Atlanta (ATL). Travelers should prepare for potential reroutes, delays, or cancellations, and stay informed directly with their airlines. These measures apply to anyone who has been in those countries within the 21 days prior to their arrival in the United States, including citizens and permanent residents. Authorities clarified that cargo flights and crews without passengers are exempt from these restrictions. The federal government reiterated that these actions are preventive and aim to protect public health, while the CDC concentrates medical and early detection resources at the designated airports. Ebola is considered a high-risk virus by the World Health Organization. Currently, 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths have been reported. All of this comes just days before the start of the FIFA World Cup, where the Democratic Republic of the Congo will have matches in Houston.
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