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5th December 1952: The Great Smog descends on London and last for four days

  • 5th December 2022
  • Tagged as: coal, England, Environment, London, Pollution, Smog, United Kingdom

The Great Smog of London descended on the British capital due to a combination of air pollution and weather conditions.

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