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Both humans and animals can be affected. The disease is transmitted to humans by airborne fungus spores from soil contaminated by pigeon and starling droppings (as well as from the droppings of other birds and bats). ... On occasion, the disease can cause high fever, blood abnormalities, pneumonia and even death.
On a high-rise balcony, the risk of a fall is simply too high to ever take chances. Kids must be supervised closely when on the balcony for their own safety. This one is straightforward. Children and pets should not be allowed on a high-rise balcony without supervision – period!