Guggenheim Museum among NYC buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires’ amid disease outbreak
The Guggenheim Museum and several other Manhattan buildings tested positive for Legionella bacteria following a city-wide outbreak. Officials confirmed the museum is safe and that the positive tests do not necessarily identify the source of the outbreak.
Why it matters
Legionnaires' disease is a serious public health concern, and the involvement of high-profile landmarks underscores the importance of cooling tower maintenance in urban environments.
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