ywheeler+FollowWhy Are Trucks Blowing Black Smoke?!Ever seen a pickup truck spewing huge clouds of black smoke? That’s called 'rolling coal,' and it’s not just gross—it’s actually illegal! Some drivers do it on purpose by messing with their exhaust, just to annoy EV drivers or cyclists. Not only does it look nasty, but it also pumps out toxic chemicals that mess with our air and health. If you spot this, you can actually report it to the EPA. Seriously, who thinks this is cool? #Transportation #RollingCoal #AirPollution11Share
maria25+FollowAir Pollution’s Hidden Danger ExposedScientists just found out that the most dangerous part of air pollution might be way worse than we thought. Turns out, tiny particles in the air can cause major damage to our bodies in just minutes—way faster than anyone realized. And get this: old studies may have missed the most harmful stuff entirely! The good news? Better ways to measure these particles could help us protect ourselves. Time to rethink what’s really in the air we breathe! #Health #BodyHealth #AirPollution50Share
Nicole Morgan+FollowHanoi’s Big Bike Ban Is Coming!Hanoi is about to get a major makeover—fossil-fuel motorcycles and mopeds will be banned from the city center starting July 2026! And that’s just the start: petrol cars are next on the chopping block in 2028. The goal? Clean up the city’s air, which is linked to tens of thousands of deaths each year. Locals are buzzing about how this will change daily life, especially for those who rely on bikes for work. Is Hanoi ready to go electric? #Cars #Hanoi #AirPollution128Share
Leah Pierce+FollowDieselgate’s Shocking Death Toll ExposedJust found out the Dieselgate scandal wasn’t just about cheating emissions tests—it’s literally cost tens of thousands of lives in the UK and Europe. Over 120,000 people died early, and kids are getting asthma, all because carmakers rigged their diesel cars. Meanwhile, many of these polluting cars are still on the road, and the UK hasn’t even handed out penalties yet. Wild that something so huge is still flying under the radar! Would you ditch diesel after hearing this? #Dieselgate #AirPollution #PublicHealth #Cars64Share
Lori Elliott+FollowAir Pollution & Childhood Obesity? Yikes!Turns out, growing up around heavy traffic could do more than just annoy you—it might actually boost your risk for obesity and even Type 2 diabetes later on. Researchers tracked kids for 24 years and found that exposure to traffic pollution was linked to higher BMI growth and insulin resistance. Basically, the air you breathe as a kid could mess with your health for years. Early weight control might help, but wow, who knew pollution could hit us like this? #HealthNews #AirPollution #ObesityRisk #Health32Share
dylan15+FollowTraveling? These Cities Are a Health Risk!Just found out that visiting certain major cities could actually shave up to 3 years off your life—yikes! A new study says air pollution in places like Dhaka, Cairo, and São Paulo is so bad, even a short trip can mess with your health. Driving with the windows down? Apparently, that's the worst! If you’re heading to any of these spots, use air recirculation in your car, check the cabin filter, and skip the open windows. Who knew travel could be this risky? #TravelTips #AirPollution #TravelSmart #Travel30Share
Lauren Cooper+FollowMumbai’s Air Is Basically UnbreathableA train passenger filmed a wild scene in Mumbai: the city is so choked with smog, you can barely see anything from the bridge! People in the comments are freaking out, comparing the air to smoking 108 cigarettes a month. India’s air pollution is officially out of control, with 83 of the world’s 100 most polluted cities. Most of the blame? Coal power and a construction boom. Locals are calling out the government for not doing enough. Would you live somewhere with air like this? #AirPollution #Mumbai #Environment #Smog #India #Transportation2225Share
David Hernandez+FollowOver 5 Billion Lack Medical Oxygen?!Did you know more than 60% of people worldwide can’t get safe, affordable medical oxygen? That’s over 5 billion people! The new Lancet report says most of those in need are in low- and middle-income countries, and the gap is only getting worse with rising pollution and temps. Sub-Saharan Africa is hit hardest—only 9% get the oxygen they need. It’s wild how something so basic is still out of reach for so many. This isn’t just a health issue—it’s a justice issue, too. #HealthCrisis #GlobalHealth #MedicalOxygen #Inequality #AirPollution #Health10Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowToxic Smoke Drama at Local Train ShedDid you see that viral video of thick black smoke pouring out of the Kalyan electric train shed? Locals say workers are burning toxic waste right next to homes—yikes! Not only is it gross, but experts warn that stuff could contain cancer-causing chemicals like arsenic and chromium. India’s trying to go greener with trains, but scenes like this make you wonder how safe the air really is. Would you freak out if this was happening in your neighborhood? #AirPollution #ToxicWaste #IndiaNews #EcoAnxiety #ViralVideo #Transportation20Share
hnguyen+FollowFrom Delhi Smog to NYC Orange SkiesGarima Raheja’s life reads like a climate thriller—growing up in smoggy New Delhi, dodging wildfires in California, and now watching NYC turn orange from smoke. She’s not just witnessing it; she’s fighting back, using machine learning to track pollution and push for clean energy. Her mission? Protect the most vulnerable communities from the worst effects of climate change. Major respect for women in science making real change! #ClimateAction #WomenInSTEM #CleanEnergy #AirPollution #Inspiration #Education80Share
