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Chemical contaminationMicrobiologicalLimit exceededActiveFirst seen 21/09/2026, 13:25

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Rural Illinois resident and water expert investigate possible Legionnaires’ cluster against stonewalling of state water authorities

In Beaverville, Illinois, residents have reported smelly and dark drinking water since last year, attributed to high levels of manganese and iron. A water expert is investigating a possible cluster of Legionnaires' disease after several residents, including Kathleen Butron's family, suffered respiratory illnesses and one fatality, amidst concerns over potential Legionella pneumophila growth due to the water issues. State authorities are accused of stonewalling.

Location
Beaverville, Illinois
Country
🇺🇸 USA
Start
01/07/2025, 02:00
End
Ongoing
Event type
Chemical contamination, Microbiological, Limit exceeded
Status
Active
Region
Illinois
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USAReportsSeptember 2026ArchiveMethodology

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