SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Officials say preliminary test results show the possible presence of Legionella bacteria in the Illinois Capitol Complex's hot water system.
More test results are expected in about 14 days.
Legionnaires' is a severe form of pneumonia caused by water-borne bacteria. The announcement comes as Illinois lawmakers prepare to meet again next month for a bipartisan hearing about the deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak at a western Illinois veterans' home.