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Chinese Port City of Tianjin Issues First-Ever “Red Alert” for Pollution

HeadlineDec 24, 2015

This new investigation comes as the Chinese port city of Tianjin has issued its first-ever “red alert” for air pollution. Earlier this week, Beijing was also on “red alert” for air pollution, leading to suspended classes for millions of students and restrictions on driving. Beijing resident Zhang Qunchou spoke about the need for broader action.

Zhang Qunchou: “Pretty worried. But in such a serious smoggy day, I don’t think the restrictions on odd-even license plates provide a fundamental solution. I think smog should be tackled in some broader perspectives. And schools are closed on red alert days. What should parents do then? Today I have no place to send my children to.”

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