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US imposes targeted Ebola screening as travel bans spark containment debate
health6 days ago

US imposes targeted Ebola screening as travel bans spark containment debate

The CDC has ordered targeted entry restrictions for travelers from the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan and will route eligible arrivals through Dulles Airport for screening, with additional checks at Atlanta and Houston; green card holders are temporarily barred. While officials say these measures bolster containment, experts warn broad travel bans can hinder surveillance, healthcare worker movement, and aid, and WHO generally opposes blanket restrictions. The risk to the US remains low but dynamic, underscoring the need for ongoing surveillance, testing, and rapid response if cases appear.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#cdc#ebola#health
Tedros Pushes Back on Rubio’s Ebola Timing Critique
world9 days ago

Tedros Pushes Back on Rubio’s Ebola Timing Critique

WHO Director-General Tedros refutes Marco Rubio’s claim that the agency was “a little late” to detect the Congo Ebola outbreak, saying WHO supports—not replaces—national efforts and that detection delays stem from ongoing conflict and a rare Bundibugyo strain. The WHO also opposes travel bans in favor of proven public-health measures, while funding cuts in the US and Europe have strained outbreak response amid nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 deaths.

via politico.eu|
#ebola#marco-rubio#tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus
Northeast Braces for Historic Blizzard as Power Outages Mount
world3 months ago

Northeast Braces for Historic Blizzard as Power Outages Mount

A massive winter storm slammed the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic with blizzard conditions, triggering widespread power outages (over 500,000) and more than 10,000 flight cancellations as major hubs in Boston, New York and Philadelphia grounded operations. Snow totals topped two feet in parts of New Jersey and Long Island (Babylon 29 inches; Freehold 26; NYC Central Park about 15 inches) and travel bans and road restrictions were imposed as residents were urged to stay home.

via CBS News|
#blizzard#flight-cancellations#power-outages
Northeast Braces for Historic Bomb Cyclone Across the I-95 Corridor
weather3 months ago

Northeast Braces for Historic Bomb Cyclone Across the I-95 Corridor

A rapidly intensifying nor'easter, dubbed a bomb cyclone, is slamming the Northeast with heavy snow (12–24 inches, up to 2 feet in some jackpot zones) and 50–70 mph winds along the I-95 corridor. Blizzard Warnings and state-of-emergency declarations stretch from the Mid-Atlantic to New England as travel bans, school closures, and widespread flight and rail disruptions unfold. Cities like NYC, Philly and Boston brace for life-threatening conditions, while emergency crews mobilize and media outlets provide nonstop coverage.

via FOX Weather|
#bomb-cyclone#i-95-corridor#noreaster
US to Impose Up to $15,000 Visa Bonds on Certain Visitors from Zambia and Malawi
world9 months ago

US to Impose Up to $15,000 Visa Bonds on Certain Visitors from Zambia and Malawi

The US has announced a new visa bond requirement of up to $15,000 for tourists and business travelers from Zambia and Malawi, aiming to curb visa overstays. This move, part of broader immigration tightening measures, has been criticized as unfair and burdensome, especially for genuine travelers from these poorer nations, and raises concerns about potential expansion of travel restrictions across Africa.

via CNN|
#immigration-restrictions#malawi#travel-bans
Colleges Urge International Students to Return Before Trump's Inauguration
education1 year ago

Colleges Urge International Students to Return Before Trump's Inauguration

U.S. universities, including Columbia and Harvard, are advising international students to return to campus before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, due to concerns over potential travel bans and stricter immigration policies. This caution stems from past experiences with Trump's travel bans, which affected students from Muslim-majority countries. The uncertainty surrounding future immigration policies is causing anxiety among international students, potentially impacting university enrollments, especially from countries like China and India.

via NBC News|
#education#immigration-policy#international-students
State of Emergency in WNY as Lake-Effect Snowstorm Hits Hard
weather1 year ago

State of Emergency in WNY as Lake-Effect Snowstorm Hits Hard

Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency in several Western New York counties, including Erie, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, and Wyoming, due to severe lake-effect snow expected to bring over two feet of accumulation and wind gusts up to 45 mph. Travel bans and road closures have been implemented in affected areas, with specific restrictions on highways and for certain vehicles. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay informed through emergency alerts.

via WIVB.com - News 4|
#kathy-hochul#lake-effect-snow#state-of-emergency
"Buffalo Area Braces for Another Snowstorm, Urges Virtual Work and Travel Bans"
weather2 years ago

"Buffalo Area Braces for Another Snowstorm, Urges Virtual Work and Travel Bans"

Multiple municipalities in Western New York, including Buffalo, have issued travel bans and advisories due to a snowstorm and lake effect snow. The bans are in effect until further notice, and a travel advisory covers all of Erie County. The area is under a Lake Effect Snow Warning until Thursday evening, with snowfall rates predicted to reach up to 3 inches in some parts of Western New York.

via WIVB.com - News 4|
#lake-effect-snow-warning#municipalities#snowstorm