Last Updated: May 31, 2024
Key Takeaways
- Overall viral activity remains low nationally. Nevertheless, there is evidence of COVID-19 growth in 19 states including Virginia.
- A third human case of HPAI (A)H5N1 was reported in Michigan. Unlike the other two cases, this case involved flu-like respiratory illness.
- The CDC urges states and community partners to continue influenza surveillance efforts through the summer.
- HPAI (A)H5N1 was recently detected in domestic alpacas. The animals were housed on the same property that had an outbreak in poultry.
- Measles outbreaks continue to occur sporadically across the nation.
- Saudi Arabia reports an outbreak of meningococcal disease associated with travel for the Islamic pilgrimage Umrah. The most significant and well-attended Islamic pilgrimage, the Hajj, will occur from June 14 to 19.
- June is Pride Month, and the FBI and DHS have warned that extremists may target related events.
- The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. NOAA has predicted above-average activity for this season.
- An EF1 tornado struck southwest of Salem, VA this week. The resulting damage left 100,000 without power.
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