EBOLA- A Medical Disaster

In “Nigeria declared Ebola-free by WHO”, Faul and Njunga discusses the impact of the Ebola deadly virus on the people of Nigeria (8).  The country of Nigeria has 160 million people but had only 20 cases of Ebola including the eight people that died from the disease  (Faul and Njunga 8).   According to Faul and Njunga, this is great news compared to other cities in Africa (8).  “Some 9,000 people have been infected with Ebola, and about 4,500 have died“ throughout Africa  (Faul and Njuna 8).  Experts are hoping that we will see less people dying of the Ebola virus if they would drink lots of water and stay hydrated (Faul and Njunga 8).

In my opinion, the thought of being infected with a virus like the Ebola virus is very scary.  This virus is now out of Africa and is spreading throughout other geographic regions of the world such as Georgia.  I am very worried because my mother works in a hospital and can get exposed to the Ebola virus.  I wish there was a way to keep this virus from spreading.  It is really sad to know that people in the medical field are dying from this disease because they were trying to help the people in Africa.  How do you feel about the Ebola virus in America?

Work Cited

Faul, Michelle and Andrew Njunga. “Nigeria declared Ebola-free by WHO”. Atlanta Journal Constitution: Cox media group 21 Oct 2014. Web. 21 Oct 2014

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Cyclone Hit India and Typhoon Hits Japan

             In “Strong cyclone lashes India; typhoon hits Japan”, Shfeeq discusses a cyclone hitting India and typhoon hitting Japan (4).  The cyclone in India had sweep through killing six people and causing damages to the crops and buildings (Shfeeq 4).  ”The storm also wrecked communication services and the electrical supplied in the region” (Shfeeq 4).  According to Shfeeq, Japan had at least 35 people injured from the typhoon (Shffeq 4).  Winds from the typhoon were up to 110 mph and the cyclone in India had winds of 120 mph (Shfeeq 4).  Authorities told the people on the island of Kyushu and coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh to evacuate (4).  U.S military told islanders on Okinawa to stay indoors until strong wind and rain settle (4).                                                                     

            I am surprised that this event is similar to the Eruption on Mount Ontake.  In both events, the community lost their homes and some lost their love ones.  This recent unexpected natural disaster effected many families in different locations of the world.  I am shocked there were two natural disasters occurring simultaneously; one in India and one in Japan.  Winds of 110-120 affected both countries in different locations.   It must be very difficult when you have to evacuate your home because of a storm or the threat of a possible storm.  I am sure that the government will assist the community after these tragic events but it is not the same when you have to leave your home with all of your personal belongings.   In addition, each event resulted in the unexpected death or love ones.  I would hate to be a part of a natural disaster that resulted in the death of a loved one or someone I know.  Have you lived through a natural disaster or know someone who has experienced something similar? 

Work Cited

Shfeeq, Mohammed. “Strong cyclone lashes India; typhoon hits Japan”. Atlanta Journal Constitution: Cox media group 13 Oct 2014. Web. 13 Oct 2014

http://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODE/AtlantaJournalconstitutionNIE/

Mount Ontake Eruption

In “Volcano’s eruption in Japan leaves 40 injured, 7 missing”, Mortisugu discuses the volcanic eruption on Mount Ontake in central Japan on Saturday (3). The volcano surprisingly erupted before noon leaving gas and ash high in the sky and covering the land with ashes (Mortisugu 3). According to Mortisugu, there were at least 40 injured people in areas rescue workers have been unable to reach and 7 people were reported missing (3). The injured people were unable to go down the 10,062-foot mountain without help so they stayed on the mountain in lodges (Mortisugu 3). Unfortunately, small volcanic eruptions continued to happen into the night (Mortisugu 3). “About 250 people were initially trapped on the slopes, but most had made their way down by Saturday night, Japanese public broadcaster NHK reported”(Mortisugu 3).

I learned that Mount Ontake is the second highest volcano in Japan.  The volcano, located some 200km (125 miles) west of Tokyo, stands at 3,067 meters (10,062 feet) high.  I feel awful for the people of Japan.  This is a terrible event that will change so many people’s lives.  I would hate for me or one of my family members to be trapped and/or injured as a result f a volcano.  Also, the 7 missing people’s families must be devastated because they don’t know if their loved ones are dead or alive. In addition, it must be difficult for them to know that they are not able to help them or give them the supplies they need.

Article Link:

http://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODE/AtlantaJournalconstitutionNIE/

Work Cited

Mortisugu, Ken. “Volcano’s eruption in Japan leaves 40 injured, 7 missing”. Atlanta Journal Constitution: Cox media group 28 Sept 2014: A3. Print.