Legionnaires’ Outbreak in South Bronx | New York City News

A deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak is unfolding in the South Bronx, with five confirmed cases and one death so far — officials are still investigating potential additional cases. The affected areas are ZIP codes 10451 and 10456 in Melrose and Morrisania. This follows a major July outbreak on Manhattan’s Upper East Side that killed eleven and sickened ninety-four — the deadliest since 2015. Legionnaires’ disease, caused by inhaling contaminated water vapor, isn’t contagious but can be fatal if untreated. City crews are sampling cooling towers, and building owners will be ordered to clean if bacteria are found. Public town halls and multilingual alerts are planned. Anyone who’s been in the area since late August and develops flu-like symptoms — fever, cough, or breathing trouble — should seek medical attention immediately. Early treatment with antibiotics can save lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52bf1ad25118caa8