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Los Angeles County Issues Measles Exposure Alerts After Traveler Passes Through LAX Terminal B and Nearby Hotel
Los Angeles County officials identified potential measles exposure at LAX Terminal B and the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel on June 11. The case marks the sixth reported in the county this year amid rising statewide totals.
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M. Los Angeles County health officials stated that anyone present at Terminal B or the Hilton during the specified times may have been exposed. Symptoms of measles may appear seven to 10 days after exposure and include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rash.
Unvaccinated individuals are urged to quarantine, avoid large gatherings, and monitor for signs of illness for up to three weeks. Pregnant women, infants, immunocompromised individuals, and the unvaccinated are advised to seek medical guidance immediately if exposure is suspected. Health officials warned that anyone developing symptoms should contact a medical provider before visiting in person.
The LAX case is the sixth measles case reported in LA County in 2026. As of June 12, 2026, California has confirmed 50 measles cases, nearly double the total recorded in all of 2025.
State data shows 94% of the 2026 California measles cases involve unvaccinated individuals, and more than 80% are in people under 19. Mexico has an ongoing measles outbreak with more than 18,000 cases reported in 2026. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on contact tracing tied to the exposure sites. LA County health officer Dr. ” Dr. ” Dr.
