City health officials are sounding the alarm as a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak spreads through Harlem, killing two New Yorkers and sickening at least 58 others.

The pneumonia-like illness, first detected on July 25, has been reported in zip codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037 and 10039, as well as and neighboring communities.

“The risk to most people is low, but if you live or work around these ZIP codes and have flu-like symptoms, see a health care provider right away,” the New York City Health Department urged .

Here’s everything you need to know about the potentially deadly infection. 4

What is Legionnaires’ disease?

It’s a severe form of pneumonia caused by legionella bacteria infecting the lungs.

Though considered rare, Legionnaires’ disease is on the rise in the US, w

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