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A pedestrian walks on a bridge on a polluted day in Beijings central business area
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A pedestrian walks on a bridge on a polluted day in Beijings central business area
A pedestrian walks on a bridge on a polluted day in Beijings central business area, China April 2, 2018. REUTERS/Jason Lee
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Air Pollution Bridge Building Business Darkness Dirty Financial District Greenhouse Effect Grey Haze Modern Modern Architecture Mysterious Overcast Real People Urban City Walk Leisure Smog Unrecognisable
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In this print captured by Jason Lee, a pedestrian braves the polluted atmosphere while walking on a bridge in Beijing's central business area. The image portrays the modern reality of urban cities grappling with the detrimental effects of air pollution and smog. The unrecognizable figure moves through an exterior shrouded in darkness and haze, emphasizing the severity of the situation. The towering buildings of the financial district stand as silent witnesses to this alarming scene, their modern architecture contrasting against nature's foggy backdrop. With creative use of lighting and composition, Lee manages to convey a sense of mystery and intrigue surrounding this polluted day. As we gaze upon this photograph, our thoughts are drawn to both the immediate impact on real people living amidst such conditions and also to broader concerns about climate change and its greenhouse effect. The grey overcast weather serves as a somber reminder that urgent action is needed to combat air pollution for future generations. This thought-provoking image offers us a glimpse into one small moment within Beijing's bustling metropolis but carries much larger implications for our planet's well-being. It reminds us that despite progress made in various fields, there is still much work to be done in preserving clean air for all inhabitants of our increasingly urbanized world.
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