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Measles exposure reported at Ocean City venues
Maryland health officials warn of possible measles exposure from an out-of-state visitor during Labor Day weekend.
In brief
Maryland health officials warn of possible measles exposure from an out-of-state visitor during Labor Day weekend. Check if you visited three Ocean City locations between September 3-6 and verify your MMR vaccination status. Originally reported by The Banner.
Measles exposure warning in Ocean City
Maryland health officials reported a possible measles exposure after a visitor from another state visited Ocean City during Labor Day weekend.
Three locations affected
The exposure occurred at Casablanca Oceanside Inn (Sept. 3-6), Buona Vita Pizzeria (Sept. 3), and Bonfire Restaurant (Sept. 5).
Specific times and dates listed
Casablanca Oceanside Inn: 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 through noon Sunday, Sept. 6. Buona Vita Pizzeria: 5-8 p.m. on Sept. 3. Bonfire Restaurant: 4:30-8 p.m. on Sept. 5.
Maryland measles cases surge
Maryland has confirmed 40 measles cases in 2026, compared to just three in 2025 and one each in 2024 and 2023.
What to do now
Check if you visited these locations, watch for measles symptoms, and confirm your MMR vaccination is up to date.
The short version
Check if you visited three Ocean City locations between September 3-6 and verify your MMR vaccination status.
