Two Legionnaires Cases Reported at South Point Casino in Las Vegas
The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) reported on Thursday that two distinct instances of Legionnaires' disease are under investigation at the South Point casino hotel in Las Vegas.
One incident took place in August 2024, and the other took place in February 2025. Both cases are “travel-related,” and their victims have since recovered, according to a news release from the SNHD.
Legionella, the bacteria responsible for the illness, was detected in several samples collected from the water system at South Point. Remedial actions are underway, along with follow-up testing to confirm the water is safe.
“The center is entirely collaborating with the Health District's inquiry and has started informing guests about the possible exposure while taking precautionary steps to reduce any additional risk of illness,” stated the SNHD.
The SNHD is working to find any additional guests who fell ill. Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease typically appear within two to 10 days after exposure. Symptoms may consist of coughing, difficulty breathing, fever, muscle pain, and headaches lasting as long as two weeks.
Individuals who were at the South Point on or after April 16, 2025, and have developed or are experiencing symptoms within 14 days of their visit, are encouraged to fill out this confidential illness survey.
The SNHD advised that if previous guests show symptoms, they should get medical help and inform their healthcare provider about possible exposure.
You have a higher risk of developing Legionnaire’s disease if you:
- Are 50 years or older
- Are a current or former smoker
- Have a chronic lung disease
- Have a weakened immune systems
- Take drugs that can weaken your immune systems (such as after a transplant operation or chemotherapy)
- Have an underlying illnesses such as diabetes, kidney failure, or liver failure
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Legionnaires’ disease was also found at the Grandview, a hotel situated beside the South Point. The SNHD is looking into three instances reported by visitors of that location – one in February 2025 and two more in April 2025.
Legionella was also detected in water samples from the Grandview, and comparable remediation efforts and testing are in progress.
Guests of the Grandview on or after March 27, 2025, who have become ill or are still having symptoms within 14 days after their visit, are encouraged to fill out this survey.
Individuals who were at the South Point or Grandview prior to May 7 and did not show any symptoms are no longer deemed at risk.
Those who have further inquiries can reach out to the district’s Helpline at (702) 759-4636 (INFO).
