An outbreak of measles has struck the South Plains region of Texas, with 90 cases reported since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The outbreak has affected seven counties in total,

A measles outbreak in Texas’ South Plains neared 100 cases Friday, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services, which warned more cases of the highly contagious virus are likely to pop up in outbreak areas.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported an outbreak of measles in the South Plains region of Texas. As of Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, 90 cases were