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News in English (USA) / 04.03.2026 / 16:00

Measles Outbreak Leads to Quarantine at El Paso ICE Detention Facility

A significant measles outbreak has been reported at the ICE detention facility in El Paso, Texas, specifically at Camp East Montana, where 17 cases have been confirmed, including 13 at the camp itself. In response to the outbreak, the facility has been placed under quarantine and is closed to visitors, as local health officials and Congresswoman Veronica Escobar call for urgent measures. The situation has intensified concerns over the health and welfare of migrants, with reports indicating that sick individuals are being sent to local hospitals for quarantine. Health authorities are urging vaccinations to prevent further spread of the virus.
The Texas Tribune, AP News, El Paso Times, KRWG Public Media, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (.gov), National Today, KVIA, KFOX, Spectrum News, BorderReport