Legionnaires' Outbreak in South Bronx | New York City News

Legionnaires’ disease is spreading in the South Bronx, with ten cooling towers testing positive and eleven confirmed cases—including one death and three hospitalized. A packed town hall offered vital info, especially for seniors, but critics say outreach could’ve been more direct. Officials reassure residents: it’s safe to shower, drink tap water, and use ACs—while monitoring continues to keep everyone informed. 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.Sources:https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/health/2026/09/16/doh-holds-in-person-town-hall-on-bronx-legionnaires--cases More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70101376aab2df76 Report issues to [email protected].