A shocking discovery has left residents of the Upper East Side in New York City on high alert, as a recent water quality test revealed that 76 buildings in the area have tested positive for Legionella bacteria. The potentially deadly bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia, has raised concerns about the safety of the city's water supply. According to reports, the buildings affected range from high-rise apartments to office spaces and hotels, and it's unclear at this time how widespread the contamination may be. As authorities scramble to identify the source of the outbreak and implement measures to prevent further exposure, residents are left wondering if their homes and workplaces are safe from this lurking health threat.
76 buildings on Upper East Side test positive for Legionella bacteria CBS News
