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Krakow Introduces Free Public Transport As Air Pollution Exceeds Safety Limits
KRAKOW, POLAND, JANUARY 20: The city of Krakow introduced free public transport as air pollution exceeded safety limits, during very high levels of PM10 air pollution in Krakow, Poland, on January 20, 2026. A thick layer of smog persisted throughout the day as air quality indicators reached 'Very Unhealthy' levels (AQI over 200), ranking the city among the world's most polluted for the date. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)
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| Photographer | Artur Widak/NurPhoto |
| Category | Environmental Issue |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto |
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