VOICED : Environment Sofia most polluted capital of Europe

Sofia faces severe air pollution, with PM 10 levels exceeding EU limits, posing health risks like respiratory issues and lung cancer. Personal accounts highlight the ineffectiveness of dust masks. Monitoring stations report dust concentrations double the daily limit. Sofia's geography exacerbates pollution, especially on calm days. Transport and home heating are major pollution sources. The EU is taking legal action against Bulgaria, risking fines for non-compliance.

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