No: In real life, there is no increased risk of catching Naegleria when that happens under normal circumstances in the U.S.
Answered 9/14/2017
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Extraordinarily tiny: risk. Naegleria fowleri is most often found in warm lakes, rivers, hot springs, warm water discharged from industrial plans,& poorly chlorinated or un-chlorinated pools. “Naegleria fowleri can grow in public & private water tanks and pipes, especially where little or no disinfectant (like chlorine or chloramine) is present. It can also grow in the pipes & water heaters of homes & buildings.“ REF
Answered 11/28/2017
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