10/13/2026
Breaking News: Recent Surge In Cases Has North Dakota Health Officials Concerned! 
Williston, ND—North Dakota has recorded 38 confirmed cases of measles, surging well past previous totals due to active transmission and localized outbreaks.
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The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued active public warnings following recent exposures.
Active Exposure Alerts
Public health officials are advising individuals who visited the following locations during specific windows to monitor for symptoms:
Amtrak Empire Builder—Departed Chicago on Wednesday, September 23. The watch period for symptoms lasts through October 14.
Minot Train Station—Located at 400 1st Ave S.W. in Minot, ND. Potential exposure occurred on Thursday, September 24 between 9:06 a.m. and 11:51 a.m.. The watch period lasts through October 15.
Geographic Impact & Statistics
The cases have broken out across multiple counties across the state:
• Case Distribution: Pembina County experienced the largest localized outbreak with 23 cases (declared officially resolved after a 42-day clear window). Other single or clustered cases have been logged in Ransom, Grand Forks, Traill, Walsh, Dunn, and Williams counties.
• Hospitalizations: At least five individuals have required hospitalization due to severe complications.
• Vaccination Status: Out of the tracking pool, 27 individuals were confirmed to be entirely unvaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
Health officials continue to urge residents to check their immunization records. If you develop symptoms such as a high fever, cough, watery eyes, and a subsequent widespread rash, call your healthcare provider before entering a clinic so precautionary isolation measures can be taken.
