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Two workers at Germany's busiest airport die of malaria after mosquito arrives on plane
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Two workers at Frankfurt Airport, Germany's busiest airport, have died from malaria amid an outbreak believed to be caused by mosquitoes that arrived on a plane.
- A total of six male airport employees were infected, with four having recovered; the outbreak was first detected in July and is considered rare in Germany.
- Officials suspect the malaria was spread by infected Anopheles mosquitoes brought in via aircraft, with efforts underway to identify whether a single or multiple mosquitoes were responsible.
- Traps have been set up throughout the airport to capture and analyze mosquitoes to determine their species and origin, while employees have been advised to seek medical attention if symptomatic.
- Malaria is uncommon in Germany and typically affects travelers returning from endemic regions, making this airport-related outbreak unusual and potentially leading to delayed diagnosis.
