Health experts are alerting the public about possible exposure to measles after an international traveler visited popular spots in Southern California, including Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Disneyland.
The traveler arrived on January 26 on a flight from Viva Aerobus, landing at Tom Bradley International Terminal B. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH) reported that anyone in Terminal B between 10:45 p.m. on January 26 and 1 a.m. on January 27 may have been at risk.
After arriving, the individual traveled to Orange County, and health officials released exposure times for January 28:
- Goofy’s Kitchen (Disneyland Hotel) from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure from 12:30 p.m. until closing time.
Another exposure site was identified on January 30 at a Dunkin’ Donuts in Woodland Hills.
Health officials are urging individuals who were at these locations during the specified times to check their vaccination status and keep an eye out for symptoms for up to 21 days after exposure. Those who develop symptoms should call their healthcare provider before visiting any office to help prevent the potential spread of the virus.
In both Los Angeles and Orange County, public health authorities are monitoring the situation and will keep the community informed about any further exposure sites.
Understanding Measles
Measles is a highly contagious viral illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), if one person has measles, up to 90% of nearby individuals who are not vaccinated could also contract the disease.
Dr. Anissa Davis, a health officer in Long Beach, emphasized that measles can affect anyone who is unprotected, not just those who have traveled internationally. She noted that getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and those around you.
Measles symptoms usually start with fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, and are followed by a rash that typically begins on the face and spreads downwards. An infected individual can spread the virus four days before and four days after the rash appears.
As of the end of January, there have been 588 confirmed cases of measles in the U.S. this year, following a significant increase in 2025, which reported 2,267 cases—the highest annual number in over 30 years.
