United States & The Bahamas

United States: The United States>>> has announced additional aid to the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>> for the Ebola response and has implemented temporary travel bans for non-citizens from affected countries. It also plans to establish a quarantine facility in Kenya>>> for exposed Americans.

The Bahamas: The Bahamas>>> has implemented strict rules, including quarantine or isolation measures, for foreign nationals arriving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>>, Uganda>>>, and South Sudan>>>.

United States: The United States is monitoring the path of Hurricane Erin, with potential for marine effects along its East Coast, though a direct strike is becoming less likely.

The Bahamas: The The Bahamas face a significant risk of dangerous surf and rip currents due to Hurricane Erin, even if direct impacts diminish.

The Bahamas: The Bahamas sent personnel to join the United Nations-backed mission in Haiti.

The Bahamas: The Bahamas was in the path of Hurricane Melissa, with warnings for life-threatening storm surge and heavy rainfall. The government ordered evacuations in southern portions of the archipelago.

The Bahamas: The The Bahamas experienced heavy rains and gusty winds from Hurricane Melissa, with dozens of people evacuated and warnings of additional rainfall.

The Bahamas: The The Bahamas was a refueling stop for aircraft bound for Europe during a similar crisis over a decade ago.

The Bahamas: The Bahamas is listed among countries that have outspent Israel in lobbying the United States government.

The Bahamas: The Bahamas is the location where Denmark — Copenhagen disappeared, and its authorities are involved in the investigation. The US State Department has a Level 2 travel advisory for The Bahamas, noting that boating is not well regulated.