Health officials confirm measles case in visitor to Hawaii - Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Hawaii health officials confirmed a measles case in a vaccinated adult visitor and are conducting contact tracing for exposures, a possible rare vaccine‑breakthrough scenario. Paired with other visitor-related incidents — including the alleged rock-throwing at an endangered monk seal and subsequent threats against the accused tourist — these cases emphasize how travel to Hawaii can carry both public health and safety risks that require rapid response and coordination.