Ozone expected to reach dangerous levels in London today
The Mayor of London has issued an air pollution warning today (August 7) as the capital experiences dangerous levels of ozone pollution due to high temperatures.
Temperatures are expected to reach 36 degrees Celcius in London today, this strong sunshine and high temperatures provide the perfect conditions to promote the formation of ground-level ozone as imported and local pollutants react in the sunshine.
Air pollution is linked to high blood pressure in children
Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy may increase a child’s blood pressure in early life, according to research conducted by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health.