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At least 30 dead in Congo camp as Ebola outbreak raises alarm - Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Ebola surge in DR Congo leaves at least 30 dead in a refugee camp as cases climb to 956, prompting urgent calls for a stronger response.

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The brief

At least 30 people have died in a Congolese camp amid an Ebola outbreak that has reached 956 confirmed cases and 247 deaths overall, according to recent reports. Coverage emphasizes that the response remains insufficient one month into the crisis.

UN News highlights the scaled‑up response as still inadequate, Reuters provides the case and death figures, Sky News notes a spike in the camp death rate, NPR says the outbreak outpaces the response, and the Honolulu Star‑Advertiser reports the camp fatalities. Watch for updates on the scale of response efforts, further case and death counts, and any indications of the virus crossing borders, as officials continue to assess the situation.

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Quick answers

How many confirmed Ebola cases have been reported?

Coverage from Reuters states there are 956 confirmed cases.

What is the reported death toll overall and in the camp?

UN News and other outlets note 247 deaths overall, with at least 30 deaths reported in the camp.

What do officials say about the current response to the outbreak?

UN News says the response remains insufficient, NPR says the outbreak outpaces the response, and efforts are being ramped up according to multiple sources.

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