Legionella Outbreak Forces Closure of McNamara Federal Building
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit
Portions of the Patrick McNamara Federal building in downtown Detroit have been closed after elevated levels of Legionella, copper, and lead were found. Legionella was first detected in August in a cooling tower on the building's roof, and subsequent testing revealed the presence of the bacteria at multiple sites within the building. The affected areas have been closed off, and additional flushing and chlorine testing are being conducted. Legionella can cause Pontiac Fever or Legionnaire's disease, a serious type of pneumonia. The union president for the National Labor Relations Board has expressed concern for the safety of employees and visitors.