The anomalous surge of deadly cases of influenza (flu) late in the flu season prompted Mexican government officials to close schools and many public events. As of Friday 24 April 2009, official World Health Organization (WHO) report indicated more than 854 cases with 59 fatalities, and increasing. The US Center for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed eight cases in the border states, California (6) and Texas (2), in the United States.