Genomic characterization of Legionella pneumophila ST15 in Spain
Sprinkler irrigation systems represent largely unrecognized aquatic environments capable of sustaining opportunistic human pathogens. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive genomic investigation of Legionella pneumophila isolated from irrigation ponds and ditches in a rural area of north-east Spain. We performed hybrid sequencing (Illumina and Nanopore) on environmental and clinical isolates identified as L. pneumophila Sequence Type 15 (ST15).