Legionella pneumophila thrives in cooling tower water at 25–45°C — the typical operating range of Indian cooling towers year-round. Outbreaks in commercial buildings are underreported but real.
The Legionella Risk in India
Indian climate creates ideal conditions for Legionella: warm water temperatures, high humidity, and frequent make-up water events that disturb biofilm. Data centre cooling towers, hospital HVAC, and hotel systems are highest risk.
ASHRAE 188 Water Risk Management Plan
- System description and P&ID walkthrough
- Hazard analysis (where Legionella can amplify)
- Control measures with trigger and response levels
- Verification testing schedule
- Corrective action procedures
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