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Oct 16, 2026 at 9:12 AM ET
New York declares measles disaster emergency
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on Monday over a measles outbreak. The state has reported 108 cases this year, including 92 since July 15 across 18 counties; Pennsylvania has reported 977 cases, many in rural counties along the New York border.
WHO: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul
WHAT: Declared a statewide disaster emergency over a measles outbreak.
WHEN: Oct 12, 2026
WHERE: New York, USA
WHY: The declaration was made in response to a measles outbreak in the state.
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