Record-Breaking PR Stunt Ends in Citywide Chaos

London's Killer Fog

At the height of the industrial revolution, London was one of the most prosperous areas, relying heavily on coal to power its homes and factories. However, during a particularly frigid winter in 1952, residents burned more coal than usual. The sky became so polluted that a black cloud formed over the entire city, shrouding it in darkness. Over 12,000 people died as a result.

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