Legionnaires’ Outbreak Deaths
New York City reports a second death as Legionnaires’ disease cases rise.
July 19, 2026 · Updated Jul 19, 8:56pm ET
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What happened
A third person has died in a Legionnaires’ disease cluster on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, bringing the toll in New York City’s outbreak to three. The New York City Health Department
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygienedepartment of the government of New York City said at least 74 people have been diagnosed, with eight still hospitalized. Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia contracted by inhaling water droplets containing Legionella bacteria. City health officials said evidence indicates the outbreak source has likely been eliminated, while investigators continue reviewing environmental testing.
