State Center Building Shows Slightly Elevated Levels of Legionella in Water
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On Friday 8th November, routine water testing at the State Center building in West Baltimore revealed slightly elevated levels of Legionella bacteria. Legionella is a bacteria that can cause a severe form of pneumonia known as Legionnaires’ disease.
In response to the test results, the building, located at 201 W. Preston Street, was closed for additional testing and to allow for further sanitation efforts. The closure over the holiday weekend was precautionary. Water was turned off as part of an ongoing effort to sanitise the building’s plumbing system.
Officials clarified that the closure was not directly caused by the presence of the bacteria, but rather by the need to clean the pipes and ensure the safety of the building’s water supply. During this process, nearby buildings in the area also had their water shut off for testing, out of an abundance of caution. However, tests at those buildings showed no elevated levels of Legionella.
Looking ahead, water will be temporarily turned off at two additional buildings this week — 301 W. Preston Street and 300 W. Preston Street — as part of the effort to rectify the water systems in those structures.
Health and safety remain the top priority, and further updates will be provided as testing and remediation efforts continue.
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