City News | Health and Environment

Following Legionnaires’ outbreak in West Harlem, city officials consider preventative legislation

A dozen Harlem cooling towers were found to be contaminated with Legionella bacteria in August.

By Audrea Chen / Deputy Photo Editor

Seven of the 10 affected buildings had not undergone the required inspection in over a year.

By Uriel Lopez • September 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM

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