Kyiv wakes up in fog of war as strikes set off unusual meteorological effect
- Posted on September 30, 2026
- By Washington Post
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In brief
Russia's intensive bombardment of Kyiv has triggered an unexpected environmental phenomenon where airborne particles from explosions interact with atmospheric moisture, creating an unusual thick fog blanketing the Ukrainian capital. This meteorological consequence of warfare adds another layer of hardship to residents already enduring relentless military strikes, reducing visibility and air quality across the city during ongoing conflict.
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Kyiv wakes up in fog of war as strikes set off unusual meteorological effect
Smoke and soot from Russian airstrikes left particles in the air that combined with moisture to create a dense blanket of gray over Ukraine's war-ravaged capital.
