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Hong Kong issues red travel alert for DR Congo as deadly Ebola outbreak spreads

Hong Kong has issued a red travel alert for the Democratic Republic of Congo as Ebola outbreaks escalate in Central Africa, with at least 139 suspected deaths reported. The red alert โ€“ the middle level in a three-tier outbound travel alert system under the Security Bureau โ€“ means residents travelling to the country should adjust their plans and avoid non-essential travel due to the significant threat there. The move on Thursday follows the health authoritiesโ€™ announcement on Tuesday that the...