DHS announces Ebola outbreak flight arrival restrictions for DRC, Uganda, South Sudan
The Department of Homeland Security has implemented flight arrival restrictions for individuals coming from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to an ongoing Ebola outbreak. As of now, at least 51 cases have been confirmed, with significant fatalities reported. The outbreak has raised concerns about public health, prompting enhanced measures at Washington-Dulles Airport for incoming flights from the affected regions.
- ▪The DHS announced that flights from the affected countries must land at Washington-Dulles Airport for enhanced health measures.
- ▪The Ebola outbreak has resulted in 139 suspected deaths and nearly 600 suspected cases in the eastern DRC.
- ▪The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which has a high case fatality rate and lacks approved vaccines.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDHS announces Ebola outbreak flight arrival restrictions for DRC, Uganda, South SudanAt least 51 cases have so far been confirmed in the ongoing outbreak.ByAlex Ederson and David BrennanMay 21, 2026, 7:38 AM1:43Staff members at CBCA Virunga Hospital prepare rooms intended for possible suspected Ebola cases following official announcements in Goma, May 17, 2026.
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