Smog caused by ozone can lead to (an increase in) respiratory complaints, such as coughing and shortness of breath, worsening of asthma complaints and a decrease in lung function. Irritation of the eyes, nose and throat also occurs. Smog caused by ozone is created when air pollution accumulates on sunny days when there is little wind. Pollutants are converted into ozone under the influence of sunlight.
Poor air quality in the province: ‘Sensitive to smog? stay inside’
