The military governor of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province, the epicenter of the current Ebola outbreak, has declared a critical need for a swift and well-resourced response to prevent a catastrophe.

• Over 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths have been reported since May 15.
• The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency and stated the outbreak is outpacing response efforts.
• The governor stressed the need for qualified personnel, secure treatment centers, and urgent financial resources, comparing the situation to a "war."