Five Americans die every hour from toxic vehicle emissions, study finds

The Guardian Health Monday 29 June 2026, 10:00 UTC By Dharna Noor 1 min read

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Research suggests 41,800 premature US deaths in 2024 were attributable to road pollutionRoughly five Americans die every hour due to exposure to toxic road vehicle pollution, a new study has found. It’s the latest warning showing fossil-fueled transit is a major driver of mortality.

Research suggests 41,800 premature US deaths in 2024 were attributable to road pollution

Roughly five Americans die every hour due to exposure to toxic road vehicle pollution, a new study has found.

It’s the latest warning showing fossil-fueled transit is a major driver of mortality.

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