Overview

• The outbreak is concentrated in Central Harlem’s ZIP codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037 and 10039
• City inspectors have traced infections to 11 rooftop cooling towers that tested positive for Legionella bacteria
• Mayor Eric Adams emphasized that building owners must complete remediation within 24 hours to curb further cases
• Health officials warn that additional infections are likely as individuals progress through the two-to-14-day incubation window
• Residents experiencing fever, cough or shortness of breath are urged to seek immediate medical attention since Legionnaires’ disease is non-contagious but requires prompt antibiotic treatment