So, this evening there was an "Ebola scare" in Mobile, i.e. just across the bay, i.e. way too close for comfort.
It turned out NOT to be Ebola (thank goodness). Just an abundance of caution and a little confusion due to a language barrier, apparently. Better safe than sorry, as they say-- though you have to wonder, with all these false alarms across the country (and around the world), at what point people will begin to let their guard down. With something this deadly, I hope that won't be an issue, but human nature being what it is...
Even though it seemed likely from the beginning that this case would be ruled out, it was still a bit of a shock to think that It could be so close to home-- and yet, why not? Of course it could show up practically anywhere, in theory. Not at all likely, no, but still well within the realm of possibility.
...Gee, I sure am glad we've decided not to restrict travel from West Africa! Makes so much sense...
