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Heavy air pollution triggers school closures in Sarajevo

Xinhua, December 24, 2015 Adjust font size:

The Sarajevo Canton government on Wednesday decided to close all elementary and secondary schools due to persistent heavy smog.

The ministry of education, science and youth made the decision after receiving a great number of calls from students' parents who requested all classes be canceled.

Meanwhile, flights have been canceled or delayed at Sarajevo International Airport in the past several days over heavy smog and fog.

The government said it was the worst air pollution in decades in Sarajevo, and urged people to stay indoors.

Heavy fog and smog are not uncommon in Sarajevo, which lies in a basin surrounded by mountains. The problem becomes more serious in winter when many residents burn coal or wood for heating. Endit