US official voices concern over reported Russian plague outbreak
Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 5 Oct, 16:31 · Archive
A reported pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia has prompted US attention, though officials say travel restrictions limit immediate risk.
A reported pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia has prompted concern from US officials. Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterised the situation as a 'cause for focus' but not alarm. He noted that very limited travel between the US and Russia exists, though he acknowledged that if the disease spreads, it could certainly reach other countries.
The Daily Mail reports that fears of the outbreak mounted after Russian scientist Darya Shipilova, 28, died days after reportedly dropping a vial of live plague bacterium. Rubio did not provide specific details about the extent or location of the reported outbreak in Russia.
How it is being reported
- U.S. monitoring suspected plague case in RussiaCBS News · 5 Oct, 16:58
- Marco Rubio says Russia plague could 'quickly spread' and is 'cause for focus' as fears of outbreak mountDaily Mail · 5 Oct, 16:16
- Reported Russian pneumonic plague outbreak ‘cause for focus,’ but not alarm, Rubio saysNew York Post · 5 Oct, 15:36
In this story: Marco Rubio · Darya Shipilova · Russia · United States
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