The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has elevated its response to the Ebola outbreak. This change was made on Friday and signifies the highest level of response.

The outbreak in question is occurring in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Details of the situation are available from the CDC and other news sources.

For local readers, it is noted that the risk of Ebola spreading in the US is considered low, according to the CDC. Further information on the outbreak and the CDC's response can be found in the Waco Tribune-Herald.