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New York has the dirtiest air in the USA
The recent report made by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency shows that New York and California are among the dirtiest cities in the USA in terms of air pollution and cancer causing substances. The report is based on the release of 177 toxic chemicals and according to it, those who live in Wyoming, South Dakota and Montana breathe the cleanest air while the air while the most polluted air stakes, Oregon, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey were placed third, fourth and fifth respectively. The reason for such a high level of pollution is the exhaust from motor vehicles as well as smoke from forest fires and fireplaces. Scientists warn that if nothing is done about that, New Yorkers will be at a high risk of developing cancer.
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