New York City will ramp up inspections of cooling towers following recent outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease, a severe and potentially fatal pneumonia-like illness linked to contaminated water systems. Health officials have identified cooling towers—common in large buildings—as a key source of the bacteria responsible for the infections. The move comes as part of efforts to strengthen public health protections amid ongoing concerns over waterborne illnesses in urban environments. Authorities are expected to tighten monitoring protocols to reduce the risk of further cases.
New York City to increase cooling tower inspections after legionnaires’ outbreaks The Guardian
