White House officials announced plans to build a 50‑bed field hospital in Kenya for asymptomatic Americans who may have been exposed to Ebola. The move , aimed at preventing the virus from entering the United States, comes as the outbreak spreads through the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.

Kenya to Host 50‑Bed Ebola Quarantine Facility

The U.S. and Kenyan governments are coordinating to establish a dedicated facility for asymptomatic individuals suspected of Ebola exposure. According to a statement to the Daily Mail, the site will start with around 50 beds and could expand to 250 if the situation deteriorates. The State Department, the Department of Defense and the Department of Health and Human Services will provide assistance.

Marco Rubio Declares U.S. Will Not Permit Ebola Ingress

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at a cabinet meeting that the United States would not allow Ebola to enter the country. "The number one priority of our foreign policy is to protect the American people. We cannot and will not allow any cases of Ebola into the US," he declared, adding that agencies are actively tracking potentially exposed individuals.

European Partners Shifted to Kenyan Hub

Earlier plans had called for transferring infected patients to European facilities, but recent reports indicate that Kenya will now serve as the primary treatment hub for any American citizens who develop the disease while abroad. The Kenyan facility will also distribute personal protective equipment and implement stringent infection‑control measures at checkpoints and health centers throughout the region.

Uncertain Numbers of U.S. Citizens in the Rift Valley

Health officials estimate that up to 5,000 U.S . citizens may be in the DRC, though the exact number in Uganda is unclear. Because Ebola’s incubation period can extend up to 21 days, individuals placed in the Kenyan field hospital could be required to remain there for three weeks while they are monitored for any signs of illness.

Bundibugyo Variant Lacks Approved Vaccine or Treatment

The outbreak is driven by the Bundibugyo variant of Ebola, a rare strain for which there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment. this underscores the urgency of the multinational containment effort, according to officials.