Pennsylvania confirms sixth measles death as cases expand to 45 counties
Is it spreading to new areas?
Spread confirmed
As of 4 November 2026, Pennsylvania state health officials reported that measles cases have spread across 45 counties in the state.
Sources: NBC10 PhiladelphiaKey figures
| Figure | Value | Basis | As of | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total U.S. Measles Cases Stated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). | 4,852 | Official | Sources: Reuters | |
| Pennsylvania Total Measles Cases Stated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. | 1,433 | Press reports | Sources: Reuters | |
| Lancaster County Measles Cases Stated by health officials as reported by LNP | LancasterOnline. | >500 | Official | Sources: LNP | LancasterOnlineLNP | LancasterOnline 2 | |
| Pennsylvania Measles Deaths Confirmed by Pennsylvania state health officials; Franklin County's coroner reported a potential seventh death under investigation. | 6 | Official | Sources: The Washington PostCBS NewsNBC10 PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia InquirerCIDRAP | |
| New York State Measles Deaths Confirmed by New York Governor Kathy Hochul and state health officials. | 1 | Official | Sources: Spectrum NewsABC NewsThe Washington Post |
Who says what
| Who | Says | Date | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | Reported total U.S. measles cases reached 4,852. | Sources: Reuters | |
| Pennsylvania Department of Health | Confirmed six measles-related deaths in the state and reported cases across 45 counties. | Sources: NBC10 PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia Inquirer | |
| New York Governor Kathy Hochul | Confirmed the death of a child in Upstate New York from measles, representing the state's first measles fatality in 30 years. | Sources: Spectrum News | |
| Franklin County Coroner | Reported a potential measles-related death that remains under investigation by state health officials. | Sources: The Philadelphia Inquirer |
Summary
As of 4 November 2026, Pennsylvania state health officials confirmed a sixth measles-related death in the state, including a second death in Jefferson County, while cases have spread to 45 counties. Lancaster County has recorded more than 500 cases during the outbreak.
On 3 November 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and state health officials announced the death of a child in Lewis County from measles, marking New York State's first measles-related death in over 30 years. Nationwide, total U.S. measles cases reached 4,852 as of late October 2026 according to the CDC.
Timeline
- The CDC reports total U.S. measles cases have reached 4,852.Sources: Reuters
- Pennsylvania Department of Health reports statewide measles cases reached 1,433.Sources: Reuters
- New York State reports its first measles death in over 30 years after a child contracts the virus in Lewis County.Sources: Spectrum NewsWGRZ
- Pennsylvania health officials confirm a sixth measles death as cases expand to 45 counties and Lancaster County passes 500 cases.Sources: NBC10 PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia InquirerLNP | LancasterOnline
Still unknown
- Whether Pennsylvania health officials will confirm the potential seventh death reported by the Franklin County coroner.
- The updated national case total following the CDC's 30 October report of 4,852 cases.
- The degree to which vaccine uptake in under-immunized communities will affect trajectory of cases.