Nevada health officials are investigating a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at the South Point Hotel that includes at least two people. One stayed at the hotel in August 2024, the other was a guest in February 2025.
Our Legionnaires’ Disease Lawyers are Representing Someone Sickened in this Outbreak.
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe, often fatal, form of pneumonia that people get when they inhale water vapor that is contaminated with Legionella bacteria. Legionella bacteria are found in nature but grow best in warm water of manmade structures such as commercial plumbing systems, fountains, and hot tubs. It is not contagious.
After being notified of the cases, the Nevada Health District investigators collected and tested water samples from the hotel, and several were positive for Legionella. South Point Hotel responded by conducting remediation efforts, follow-up testing, and precautionary measures to reduce risk.
People at Increased Risk of Getting Legionnaires’ Disease
Some people are at increased risk of contracting Legionnaires’ disease, including:
- People 50 and older
- Current and former smokers
- People with chronic lung disease, kidney failure, liver failure, or diabetes
- People with weakened immune systems
Symptoms of Legionnaires’ Disease
Most people with Legionnaires’ disease require hospitalization. About 10 percent of cases are fatal. Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease usually develop within two to 14 days after exposure. Similar to the flu, they include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Headache
- Muscle aches
Health officials are asking guests who stayed at the South Point Hotel on or after April 16, 2025, and who developed or are experiencing symptoms that developed within 14 days of their stay to complete a confidential illness survey at https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8326801/South-Point-Legionella-Investigation.
Can I Sue a Hotel for Legionnaires’ Disease?
You can sue a hotel for Legionnaires’ disease if there is evidence that the water at the hotel was contaminated with Legionella and caused the illness. An experienced Legionnaires’ disease lawyer can help you determine if you have a case.
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