Wednesday Headlines: Ebola outbreak, Heat wave, Pool closures
May 27, 2026
Q2 Top Stories and Weather for Wednesday, May 27Two Montanans with ties to Africa share perspectives on Ebola outbreak Two Montanans with ties to Africa share perspectives on Ebola outbreak concernsThe Ebola virus has killed at
least 220 people in central Africa, with 900 more cases identified in what is now the third-largest Ebola outbreak in history.Flights to the U.S. are being redirected to 3 airports for screenings as the outbreak spreads.Montana humanitarian workers say they are watching the situation closely and nervously.Read the full storyMontanans flocking to the water as temperatures push into the 90s Montana is experiencing an early taste of summer, with temperatures soaring well above average and some areas pushing into the 90s this weekMontana is experiencing scorching temperatures in May, with highs hitting the 90s nearly 30 degrees above normal and close to breaking records.Families are flocking to Lake Elmo to beat the heat, but meteorologists warn the biggest concern isn't just staying cool it's fire danger.Officials have issued heat advisories as people and animals struggle to adapt to this early taste of summer.Read the full storyColumbus community pool closes for summer due to leaks and safety concerns Columbus community pool closes for summer due to leaks and safety concernsAt least two Montana communities will not have public pools open this summer.Columbus will not open its community pool this year after discovering major leaks during filling.A grant has already been approved for repairs, offering hope for future seasons.Miles City's Oasis Pool also remains closed due to extremely low water levels in the Tongue River.Read the full storyQ2 WEATHER Forecast Tuesday evening May 26, 2026Watch Montana This Morning Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 5-27-26
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