US Government Racing to Evacuate Americans from Wuhan
The US government is working to evacuate Americans from Wuhan, China, where the deadly coronavirus outbreak began. The virus has now killed more than 81 people in China.
Situation in Wuhan
Ramy Inocencio spoke with one American stranded in the city, who said citizens are "freaking out a little bit more than normal." The American described the situation in Wuhan as increasingly dire, with many people struggling to access basic necessities like food and medical care.
Evacuation Efforts
The US government is racing to evacuate Americans from Wuhan, with plans to transport them to the US on a chartered flight. The evacuation efforts are part of a broader international response to the outbreak, with many countries working to evacuate their citizens from the affected area.
Coronavirus Outbreak
The coronavirus outbreak has now spread to several countries, with cases reported in Asia, Europe, and North America. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak a global health emergency, and many countries are taking steps to prevent the spread of the virus.
American Stranded in Wuhan
The American stranded in Wuhan described the city as "a little more than normal" in terms of panic and fear. The individual, who wished to remain anonymous, said that many people are struggling to access basic necessities like food and medical care, and that the situation is becoming increasingly dire.