2 More Infected In Hampton Legionnaires' Spa Outbreak

HAMPTON, NH — Two more individuals have become infected with Legionnaires' disease in connection with a Hampton Beach outbreak, state health officials announced Friday. So far 14 individuals have contracted the disease and one died. The outbreak was traced to hot tub spas in the Ashworth Avenue area. The hot tub spas were closed and officials said they no longer present a risk to the public. Both hotels remained open Thursday.

The exposed individuals stayed in that area at the end of July or early August, officials estimated. Health officials said anyone who visited that area should watch out violent illnesses. Symptoms of Legionnaires' disease include fever, nausea, shortness of breath and chest pain.

The elderly, young and sick are at higher risk of contracting Legionnaires' disease, which is usually not fatal in health individuals.

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