The Great London Smog of 1952

In December 1952, a thick, toxic smog blanketed London for five days, causing chaos in the city. The smog was so dense that visibility dropped to just a few meters, and people had to feel their way through the streets. It was caused by coal pollution mixing with cold weather conditions, leading to severe health issues. Over 4,000 people died as a direct result, prompting the creation of modern air pollution laws.

Could you imagine living in a city where the air itself was deadly?