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The Pool & Spa – Microorganism Testing

The Pool & Spa – Microorganism Testing

Today, we discuss microorganism water testing and Legionella. Although this word on its own may mean very little to you, you may have heard of Legionnaire disease – a potentially fatal pneumonia. It is caused by the bacterium, Legionella pneumophila. Bacteria such as this and other similar types are commonly found in natural sources of water such as rivers, lakes and reservoirs. What you may not know is that they can also be found in purpose-built water systems such as cooling towers, hot/cold water systems and pools.