Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Worsens in NYC: Cooling Towers at Center of Investigation A growing health concern in New York City has prompted officials to widen their investigation into a Legionnaires' disease outbreak that has left dozens of people hospitalized. Initially, the focus was on a single cooling tower in the Bronx, but authorities have now identified 76 buildings across the city with towers that tested positive for Legionella bacteria. The potentially deadly disease is typically spread through contaminated water droplets released into the air by cooling towers, making these buildings a key area of concern. As officials work to contain the outbreak, residents are advised to be vigilant about their surroundings, particularly in areas where the towers are located.
NEW YORK — New York City health officials have expanded their investigation into a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak after identifying 76 buildings with cooling towers that tested positive for Legionella ...
