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Nearly 40% of world's population faces dangerous ozone pollution
Original: Nearly 40% of global population exposed to dangerous ozone pollution in 2026: Report
A new report finds that nearly 40% of the global population is expected to be exposed to dangerous levels of ozone pollution in 2026. Ground-level ozone, formed when emissions react in sunlight and heat, can worsen asthma and other respiratory conditions. The findings add to concerns about worsening air quality worldwide and its growing public health toll.
Why now: A newly released report highlights the scale of ozone pollution exposure, drawing attention to air quality as a major health risk.
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