Sintești: satul din România mai poluat decât Bangladesh

Sintești, a village in Ilfov County, Romania, is recognized as the most polluted locality in the country due to illegal waste burning. The area suffers from severe air quality issues, with pollution levels exceeding those of major cities like Dhaka and New Delhi. Toxic fumes from burning cables, tires, and electronics are prevalent, especially at night and on weekends. Air quality sensors frequently report dangerous levels of PM2.5, PM10, dioxins, and heavy metals, posing serious health risks. Activists highlight the alarming pollution levels, drawing comparisons to some of the world's most polluted regions.