Sudan is currently on high alert as concerns over a recently seized laboratory continue to grow. The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified a “high bio-hazard risk” in the area and is urging extreme caution.

The laboratory, which was reportedly being used to study dangerous viruses such as Ebola and Marburg, was seized by Sudanese authorities last week. The WHO says that there is concern that the laboratory may have been compromised, potentially leading to the release of dangerous pathogens into the surrounding environment.

As a result of the situation, the Sudanese government has declared a state of emergency and has implemented strict measures to contain any potential outbreak. These measures include the deployment of medical teams to the area, the establishment of quarantine zones, and the distribution of protective equipment to local hospitals.

The WHO is working closely with Sudanese authorities to monitor the situation and to provide guidance and support as needed. In a statement, the organization emphasized the importance of transparency and ensuring that accurate information is shared with the public.

“At this time, it is crucial that we work together to contain any potential risk and to ensure the safety of the public,” the statement read.

The situation has heightened concerns over bio-terrorism and the potential for dangerous pathogens to be used as weapons. The WHO has called for increased vigilance and cooperation among international health organizations to prevent the spread of deadly diseases.