Yokohama City Announces Temporary Closure of Shimohonagaya Community Care Plaza Due to Legionella Bacteria Detection
Yokohama, Japan – August 19, 2025, 09:00 JST – Yokohama City has announced the temporary closure of the Shimohonagaya Community Care Plaza, effective immediately, following the detection of Legionella bacteria. This precautionary measure has been implemented to ensure the health and safety of all users and staff.
The discovery was made during routine inspections of the facility’s cooling tower system. Legionella bacteria can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a serious form of pneumonia, and a milder flu-like illness known as Pontiac fever, if inhaled through contaminated aerosolized water. While there have been no reported cases of illness associated with the facility at this time, the City of Yokohama is taking a proactive approach to prevent any potential health risks.
The Shimohonagaya Community Care Plaza, located in the Konan Ward, provides a range of essential services and facilities for the local community, including day care, health support, and social activities. The closure will impact all services currently offered at the plaza.
Yokohama City officials stated that immediate steps are being taken to address the detected bacteria. This includes thorough cleaning and disinfection of the cooling tower system, as well as comprehensive testing to confirm the eradication of Legionella. Further inspections will be conducted to ensure the system’s safety before the facility can reopen.
The City is working diligently to minimize any disruption to the services and the community. Information regarding the expected duration of the closure and any potential alternative arrangements for services will be communicated as soon as it becomes available. Users and residents are encouraged to monitor official announcements from Yokohama City for the latest updates.
Yokohama City expresses its apologies for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and appreciates the understanding and cooperation of the community during this period. The utmost priority remains the well-being of its citizens.
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