A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City in the South Bronx has now sickened at least 108 people and 10 people have died from the illness. Health officials said it is the largest known outbreak in New York City.
According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Legionnaires’ disease cases began to be reported in the South Bronx on July 10. By July 30, Mayor Bill de Blasio’s office reported 46 cases and two deaths.