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Mold found in air-conditioning unit at APD headquarters, city says
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk CBS Austin
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The city's Facilities Management made this finding in a portion of the building.
Mold has been discovered in the air-conditioning system at the Austin Police Department's Main Headquarters. The city's Facilities Management made this finding in a portion of the building. The presence of mold was specifically identified in an air-conditioning unit.
Further information about this discovery can be found through the city's Facilities Management or other local sources. Details about the extent of the mold and any potential impact on the building's occupants are not provided in the initial report. For more information, readers can refer to the original source, such as CBS Austin.
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Category: safety Published: July 22, 2026 Source: CBS Austin Reading time: 1 min
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