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The European Union’s (EU) Copernicus satellite monitoring system has reported that high temperatures have increased seasonal ozone pollution across Europe.
According to a written statement from Copernicus, surface ozone concentrations have been increasing since the beginning of the summer.
With the recent rise in temperatures and heat waves, high surface ozone concentrations exceeded the limits set by EU air quality legislation at several locations in western and southern Europe between 29 July and 4 August.
In particular, the highest surface ozone concentrations were observed in the Po Valley in northern Italy, the French capital of Paris, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Germany.
It was noted that this situation threatens lung health, especially during the summer months.
“As temperatures rise due to a changing climate, it is increasingly important that authorities respond promptly with appropriate measures to reduce health risks and environmental impacts,” said Laurence Rouil, Director of the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). (AA)
