Boerne officials confirmed a measles case linked to Bandera County, tied to out-of-state travel. State agencies are actively conducting contact tracing and guidance.
BOERNE, Texas — The City of Boerne reports that a case of measles was officials reported by health personnel last week.
The city was notified on the afternoon of Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, of a positive measles case. The city said state officials believe the case is isolated in nature and tied to a positive exposure in Bandera County. The Bandera County case was linked to out-of-state travel, a news release said.
The Texas Department of State Health Services is involved in the report and is offering strong guidance to Boerne’s Emergency Management team. The agency is also offering guidance to healthcare providers. DSHS is also conducting the proper notification and contact tracing.
Measles is highly contagious and can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Measles symptoms typically begin 7–14 days after exposure with a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes.
More than 750 cases of measles were reported by state officials during an outbreak that started in West Texas last year. The Texas Department of State Health Services declared that outbreak over in mid-August.
Measles was also reported at an ICE facility in Dilley, Texas, back in early February.