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Landlords Warned of Legionella Risks After Record UK Temperatures
Landlords are being warned about the risks of Legionnaires’ disease following the UK's hottest bank holiday weekend on record. The warning comes as 472 cases of the disease have been recorded in the UK in 2024, according to the latest available data.
Legionella bacteria can multiply in warm water, particularly at temperatures between 20 and 45 degrees Celsius, and may spread through tiny airborne water droplets. This information is relevant for letting agents and inventory clerks who manage properties with water systems that could be affected by rising temperatures.
Source: Landlord Today