News release
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a resident who recently traveled internationally and visited several L.A. County public locations while infectious. This is the fourth case of measles reported by Public Health in 2026.
This traveler arrived on Singapore Airlines Flight No. 0038 at the Los Angeles International Airport, Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal (Terminal B), on Feb. 9.
People who were at Terminal B on Feb. 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:40 p.m. may have been exposed to the measles virus.
In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, passengers seated near the infected traveler will be notified by their respective local health departments. The CDC and local public health departments routinely work together to investigate communicable disease exposures on international flights to the United States.
Additionally, people who were at the following locations during the listed dates and times may have been exposed and be at risk of developing measles:
• Burger King No. 317, 1212 W Beverly Blvd., Montebello, 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 10.
• Taqueria El Atacor No. 3, 11156 1/2 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, 3-5 p.m. Feb. 11.
• Domino’s Pizza No. 7857, 803 W. Whittier Blvd., Montebello, 4-5:15 p.m. Feb. 12.
• 7-Eleven No. 25387, 1106 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, 4:30-5:45 p.m. Feb. 13.
People who were on the flight or at any of these locations during the dates and times listed above may be at risk of developing measles seven to 21 days after exposure. They should confirm their protection against measles. People who have had measles in the past or received the recommended measles vaccine are likely protected but should still monitor for symptoms, according to a news release from the county Public Health Department.
People who are unimmunized or have unknown measles immunization status are at higher risk and should monitor for symptoms closely, the release said. Anyone who remains symptom-free for more than 21 days after being exposed is no longer considered at risk.
Symptom monitoring deadlines by exposure location:
• For those exposed at LAX, the last day to monitor for symptoms is March 2.
• For those exposed at Burger King No. 317, the last day to monitor for symptoms is March 3.
• For those exposed at Taqueria El Atacor No. 3, the last day to monitor for symptoms is March 4.
• For those exposed at Domino’s Pizza No. 7857, the last day to monitor for symptoms is March 5.
• For those exposed at 7-Eleven No. 25387, the last day to monitor for symptoms is March 6.
Affected health care facilities are directly notifying patients and staff who may have been exposed.
Public Health is working to identify any other potential exposure sites in Los Angeles County and any others who may have been exposed and will assess their risk for developing a measles infection.
As measles outbreaks continue to occur both in the United States and internationally, Public Health urges everyone in L.A. County to ensure they are fully protected from measles before traveling and take recommended precautions.
The most effective way to protect yourself and your family is with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, the release said. Children 12 months and older are considered fully protected against measles after receiving two doses of the MMR vaccine. Infants who are older than 6 months and are traveling internationally or to domestic areas with ongoing measles outbreaks can get an early dose.
“As measles cases increase, it is important that residents take steps to make sure they are fully protected. The MMR vaccine is the safest and most reliable way to prevent measles and protect yourself, your family, and your community,” Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County health officer, said in the release. “Measles spreads easily and can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling and even death. We urge everyone to confirm their immunity and get the MMR vaccine if needed, especially before traveling. Taking this simple step helps safeguard your health and strengthens protection for our entire community.”
Measles spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. The virus can stay in the air and on surfaces for many hours, even after the infected person has left. The infected person can spread the disease up to four days before a measles rash appears and up to four days after the rash appears. If other people breathe the contaminated air or touch the infected surface, then touch their eyes, noses, or mouths, they can become infected.
Common symptoms include: fever (higher than 101° F); cough; runny nose; red and watery eyes; rash three to five days after other signs of illness. The “measles rash” typically starts at the face and then spreads down to the rest of the body.
Most health insurances cover the cost of the MMR and MMRV vaccine. Insured persons should check with their doctor or local pharmacy to see what vaccines are offered. Uninsured or underinsured children and adults can access free or low-cost vaccines at clinics enrolled in the Vaccines for Children and Vaccines for Adults program. For a list of clinics that offer free or low-cost immunizations for persons who are uninsured or underinsured, call 2-1-1 or visit: publichealth.lacounty.gov/ip/clinics.htm.
In the United States, as of Feb. 12, a total of 910 measles cases have been reported this year, which is the highest number of measles cases in January since the United States achieved elimination status in 2000. Most of these cases are linked to an ongoing measles outbreak in South Carolina and one outbreak involving Arizona/Utah. The majority of cases are unvaccinated or have unknown vaccination status.
