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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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