New York City subways expose commuters to toxic air
The IndependentSign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The New York City subway system is exposing commuters to toxic air that far exceeds global health recommendations, a new study has found, with Black and Hispanic workers disproportionately impacted. Air pollution on subway platforms is ten times the daily limit set by the World Health Organization, while pollution on trains is seven times that limit, according to the research from New York University. open image in gallery The New York City subway system exposes 5.5 million people a day to toxic air, a new study found. A study published earlier this week also indicated that exposure to air pollution can negatively impact day-to-day moods - following findings that heightened anxiety and depression are connected to long-term exposure to poor air quality.
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