NYC Health Department Mandates Disinfection of South Bronx Cooling Towers Following Legionella Detection

The New York City Health Department has ordered the cleaning and disinfection of 10 cooling towers in the South Bronx after preliminary PCR tests identified Legionella bacteria. This action is part of an investigation into a cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases in the Melrose and Morrisania neighborhoods. Residents in affected ZIP codes experiencing flu-like symptoms since late August are advised to seek medical attention, emphasizing public health vigilance.