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The American Lung Association released its State of the Air report April 23, and Houston ranked No. 7 out of 228 metropolitan areas for most polluted cities by ozone. (Community Impact staff)

Houston ranks No. 7 in most polluted cities, new report shows

By Lizzy Spangler

The American Lung Association released its State of the Air report April 23, and Houston ranked No. 7 out of 228 metropolitan areas for most polluted cities by ozone.

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