A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City in the South Bronx has now sickened at least 127 people, and 12 people have died from the illness. Health officials said it’s the largest known outbreak in New York City.
According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Legionnaires’ disease cases were first reported on July 10 in the South Bronx. By July 30, Mayor Bill de Blasio’s office reported 46 cases and two deaths.