‘We Will All Die From Ebola Here’: Virus Stalks Crowded Camps in Congo
At least 999 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, according to official data.
Reported by 4 outlets — NYT Home, NPR World, Al Jazeera, Seattle Times. See all sources ↓
There is a big Ebola outbreak in Congo. Many people have died. They live in crowded camps with little clean water.
Why it matters
This is a serious health problem that affects many people. It's also a reminder of the challenges in Congo.
- Where is the Ebola outbreak?
- The outbreak is in eastern Congo.
- How many people have died?
- At least 999 people have died.
- What is the situation like in the camps?
- People live in crowded camps with little clean water.
How outlets are framing the same story
These are the main editorial angles found across reporting. Use them to quickly compare what different outlets emphasize, omit, or question.
The outlets focus on the severity of the outbreak and the challenges in Congo. Some outlets also mention the speed of the outbreak.
- Coverage cardFraming signal1AngleScouting report
The outbreak is severe and affects many people.
Sources3TypeAngleAl JazeeraReports on the death toll and WHO figures.
NPR WorldMentions the fastest fatal surge in recorded history.
Seattle TimesReports on the official data and the grim toll.
- Coverage cardFraming signal2AngleScouting report
The situation in the camps is difficult and affects displaced people.
Sources1TypeAngleNYT HomeMentions the crowded camps and lack of clean water.