Measles outbreak confirmed at Arizona immigration detention center
Health authorities have confirmed a measles outbreak at an immigration detention center in Florence, Arizona.
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Multiple outlets, including the Arizona Daily Star and KJZZ, report that a measles outbreak is underway at the Florence Detention Center in Pinal County. Officials from the Department of Homeland Security and ICE have confirmed the presence of the virus at the facility.
Coverage from KGUN 9, KOLD, and AZ Family highlights that seven cases of measles have been identified within the center. Reporting focuses on the confirmation of the outbreak status by federal authorities.
Future updates are expected to track the containment status of the virus within the facility. Coverage does not yet specify the vaccination status of those affected or specific quarantine protocols currently in place at the site.
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Quick answers
Where is the outbreak occurring?
The outbreak is located at the Florence Detention Center in Pinal County, Arizona.
How many cases have been reported?
According to reports from KJZZ, there are seven confirmed cases.
Which agencies are involved?
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE have confirmed the outbreak.
Coverage (5)
- Arizona ICE facility reports 7 measles cases KJZZ · 3h ago
- DHS confirms measles outbreak at Florence Detention Center KGUN 9 · 3h ago
- Measles outbreak at ICE facility in Florence KOLD · 3h ago
- ICE confirms Measles outbreak at detention facility in Pinal County AZ Family · 3h ago
- Measles outbreak confirmed at Arizona immigration detention center Arizona Daily Star · 3h ago
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