The outbreak gradually spread throughout the enclave of the island. No external aide could come in. The inhabitants kept groaning on the excruciating pains of starvation, hunger and diseases.
The world was alerted of the impending danger posed by the disease, if not checked. Negotiations were held at various cities to rally support for the island.
But before the world could finally rally around, the disease had become an epidemic. Overzealous inhabitants refused to sit back and watch. They ferried across the tiny island and landed in other near neighbouring countries. From there it began to spread to those cities.
This is my entry for the 100 word #zapfic100 story inspired by the random word prompt "the deadly situation" by Bruce @felt.buzz @drabble.club