Measles exposure reported at LAX, nearby Hilton hotel after June flight

A traveler infected with measles may have exposed passengers at Los Angeles International Airport and guests at a nearby hotel after arriving in Los Angeles County earlier this month, health officials said Wednesday.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said it is investigating a confirmed case of measles involving a passenger who arrived on Cathay Pacific Flight CX 884 on June 11. The traveler was contagious while traveling through Los Angeles County, potentially exposing others at LAX and the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.

This case marks the sixth measles infection reported in Los Angeles County this year. Health officials have said the risk of exposure may increase as summer travel increases and Los Angeles hosts international visitors for FIFA World Cup events being held in the region.

MEASLES CASES WERE CONFIRMED AT THE FOUR MAJOR AIRPORTS OF THE USA AND THE FOUR MAJOR AIRPORTS IN THE COUNTRY, WHILE HOLIDAY TRAVEL IS HIGHEST.

According to health officials, anyone who was at the Tom Bradley International Terminal between 10 a.m. and noon on June 11 may have been exposed to the virus. Officials also said 5711 W. Century Blvd. A potential risk was detected between 11:15 and 12:15 on the same day at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is working with local health departments to notify passengers seated next to the infected passenger on an international flight.

People who were in both areas at the specified times may develop symptoms seven to 21 days after exposure, officials said. The last day to monitor for symptoms is July 2.

AT LEAST 46 CHILDREN DIE IN THE MEASLES OUTBREAK AS THE VIRUS SPREAD GLOBALLY

Los Angeles International Airport seen in Los Angeles, California. A measles-infected passenger may have exposed passengers at LAX on June 11, health officials said. (Michael Yanow/NurPhoto)

Los Angeles County Health Officer Dr. “As measles cases increase, it is important that residents take the necessary steps to ensure they are fully protected,” Muntu Davis said. “The MMR vaccine is the safest and most reliable way to prevent measles and protect yourself, your family and your community.”

Travelers exit a terminal at Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles on Monday, March 23, 2026. (Ethan Swipe/AP Photo)

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Symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, followed by a rash that typically starts on the face before spreading to the rest of the body.

Fox News Digital reached out to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for additional comment but did not receive a response.