Sarajevo faces a public health emergency from hazardous smog.
The toxic air forced authorities to shut down outdoor activities. Residents struggle with daily disruptions amid soaring pollution levels.
This crisis highlights urban vulnerabilities. In valleys like Sarajevo’s, trapped emissions can turn deadly.
Hazardous Smog Triggers Widespread Disruptions
Visibility plummeted this morning. Holiday lights went dark. Construction sites stopped.
Schools urged parents to keep children inside. Traffic crawled slowly. Flights got cancelled.
Furthermore, many wore masks outdoors. The smog exceeds safe limits over 100 days yearly.
Geography Fuels Hazardous Smog Buildup
Sarajevo sits in a deep valley. Temperature inversions act like a cap.
They lock in fumes from vehicles, homes, and industries. Dispersion fails, worsening air quality.
Consequently, Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks high in pollution-related deaths per capita. Reliance on fossil fuels and wood burning persists.
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