The U.S. government advises against travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, citing health and security threats including an Ebola outbreak. Travelers who have been in the country within 21 days cannot board commercial flights to the United States, and in-person U.S. consular assistance is limited, particularly outside Kinshasa.
At a glance
Affected location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Illustrative image: From my vantage point in Kinshasa, which is situated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), I was able to capture a breathtaking view of the magnificent Congo River. The awe-inspiring sight was simply stunning and left me in complete amazement. It’s not hard to see why the Congo River is such an important part of the country’s culture and history. From fishing and transportation to hydroelectric power and tourism, the river plays a vital role in the lives of millions of people in the DRC — EdwinAlden.1995/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
A pilot online group-reservation service for Hangang Bus passengers launches Monday, Oct. 19. Weekday departures at Magok and Jamsil Piers accept groups of 10–30, with reservations due one day before boarding.
The warning reported severe thunderstorms capable of producing gusts near 50 knots, frequent lightning, and possible waterspouts over Rota Coastal Waters. It instructed mariners to move to safe harbor immediately.
A weather statement forecasts southerly wind gusts up to 80 km/h, possibly higher, across Whitehorse and other Yukon areas from midday Tuesday until early Wednesday. Potential impacts include localized power outages, travel delays, and tree or property damage.
An alert forecasts southerly wind gusts up to 80 km/h from midday Tuesday until early Wednesday, with possible higher gusts. The source lists potential localized power outages, travel delays, loose objects being tossed, and tree or property damage.
Very strong winds with gusts up to 80 km/h are forecast from midday Tuesday until early Wednesday for White Pass, Atlin, Teslin, Whitehorse, Haines Junction, Kluane Lake, and Pelly-Carmacks. Localized power outages and travel disruptions are among the listed potential impacts.
