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Air Quality in Norway: Red level ⁢Pollution Across Major Cities

As of January 26, 2026, major cities across⁣ Norway are experiencing high levels of air pollution, triggering red alerts. This is primarily due to⁤ a combination of weather conditions and increased use of wood-burning stoves ⁤for heating, often referred to as “sprengfyring.” the affected cities include Oslo, Trondheim, ⁢Bergen, Stavanger, ‍and Drammen.

Causes of the Air Pollution

The current pollution episode is largely attributed to a⁢ phenomenon called “sprengfyring,” which translates to “burst firing.” ⁢This refers to the increased use of wood stoves and fireplaces during cold snaps to quickly heat homes. while a conventional heating method, wood burning releases particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) into the air,