Cooling towers in the South Bronx must be disinfected by a regulatory deadline after tests revealed the presence of Legionella bacteria, a pathogen linked to severe respiratory illness. Health officials have flagged the risk as a potential public health concern, particularly in densely populated urban areas where exposure could spread. The directive follows routine inspections that identified the bacteria in the water systems, prompting urgent action to mitigate hazards. Residents and workers in the vicinity may face heightened health advisories as authorities oversee compliance with the disinfection requirements.
South Bronx cooling towers face deadline to be disinfected after Legionella bacteria found CBS News
