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Were you at Burbank Airport on June 17? LA County is warning of measles exposure
By Gillian Morán Pérez at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
A traveler who had measles flew on Southwest Airlines through Burbank Airport on the morning of June 17. L.A. County health officials are warning people at the location of possible exposure to the highly contagious virus. (Megan Garvey / LAist)L.A. County health officials Wednesday confirmed the...
Key takeaway County health officials Wednesday confirmed the county's seventh measles case this year — a traveler who passed through Hollywood Burbank Airport on the morning of June 17.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The measles exposure warning at Burbank Airport raises concerns about the potential spread of the virus in Los Angeles County, particularly among those who may not be vaccinated. With the county already reporting its seventh measles case this year, the risk of outbreak is heightened. The fact that the infected traveler passed through a busy airport and rental car service increases the likelihood of exposure to a large number of people. Residents who were at the airport or rental car service during the specified times should be vigilant about monitoring for symptoms, which can appear up to three weeks after exposure. The warning also underscores the importance of vaccination in preventing the spread of measles, and residents are advised to check their vaccination status to ensure they are protected. As the monitoring period for symptoms approaches its end, local health officials will be closely watching for any potential cases that may arise.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A traveler who had measles flew on Southwest Airlines through Burbank Airport on the morning of June 17. L.A. County health officials are warning people at the location of possible exposure to the highly contagious virus. (Megan Garvey / LAist)L.A. County health officials Wednesday confirmed the...
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