Extreme heat exacerbates atmospheric ozone pollution: Holistic data-based causal investigation in China

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• Ozone pollution worsens with increasing extreme heat, and pollution levels can exceed safe limits.
• Data analysis indicates a correlation between heat extremes and higher ozone levels across multiple regions in China.
• The observational analysis involved extensive data collection from various locations to model the relationship between heat and pollution levels.
• These findings highlight the need for better urban planning and environmental policies to address heat-related pollution.