Second Measles Case Confirmed in LAX Airport Traveler

LA County Public Health officials warn of potential exposure at airport and local Dunkin' Donuts

Jan. 31, 2026 at 7:55pm

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Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials have confirmed a second measles case in an international traveler who arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on January 26. The traveler was infectious while in the airport, and officials are warning anyone who was in Terminal B during the specified timeframe that they may have been exposed to the virus. This is the second measles case reported by LA County officials in as many days involving an international traveler at LAX.

Why it matters

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can lead to serious complications, especially in young children and vulnerable adults. With measles cases on the rise across the U.S., public health officials are urging people to ensure they are vaccinated and to monitor for symptoms if they may have been exposed.

The details

The traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal B on Viva Aerobus Flight #518 at Gate 201A on January 26. Officials said anyone who was in Terminal B from 10:45 PM on January 26 to 1 AM on January 27 may have been exposed. The traveler also visited a Dunkin' Donuts in Woodland Hills from 3 PM to 4:45 PM on January 30, and people who were at that location during that time may also be at risk.

  • The traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal B on Viva Aerobus Flight #518 at Gate 201A on January 26, 2026.
  • Anyone who was in Terminal B from 10:45 PM on January 26 to 1 AM on January 27 may have been exposed.
  • The traveler visited a Dunkin' Donuts in Woodland Hills from 3 PM to 4:45 PM on January 30, 2026.

The players

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

The local public health agency that confirmed the measles cases and is warning the public about potential exposure.

Viva Aerobus

The airline that the infected traveler arrived on at LAX.

Dunkin' Donuts

The fast-food restaurant chain location in Woodland Hills that the infected traveler visited.

Dr. Muntu Davis

The LA County Health Officer who issued a statement about the measles cases and the importance of vaccination.

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What they’re saying

“Measles is a serious respiratory disease that spreads easily through the air and on surfaces, particularly among people who are not already protected from it. A person can spread the illness to others before they have symptoms, and it can take seven to twenty-one days for symptoms to show up after exposure.”

— Dr. Muntu Davis, LA County Health Officer (cbsnews.com)

“Measles can lead to severe disease in young children and vulnerable adults. As LA County residents begin to travel this summer and with measles cases increasingly among those who have recently traveled, we remind everyone that the best way to protect yourself and your family from infection is with the highly effective measles vaccine.”

— Dr. Muntu Davis, LA County Health Officer (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

Officials said that people who were potentially exposed at LAX should monitor for symptoms until February 16, while those who were at Dunkin' Donuts and also faced exposure should monitor until February 20.

The takeaway

This case highlights the continued risk of measles outbreaks, especially among unvaccinated individuals, and the importance of public health vigilance and vaccination to prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease.