Lodi, January 5, 2026 – Residents of the province of Lodi are bracing for the first anti-smog measures of 2026, as data released indicates air pollution, while slightly improved across Lombardy in 2025, remains a serious concern. The restrictions, triggered by four consecutive days exceeding daily PM10 limits recorded by Arpa, take effect Tuesday, January 6th, Epiphany day.
New Restrictions Aim to Clear the Air
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Temporary measures are being implemented to combat rising pollution levels in the Lodi area.
- Woody biomass heating systems up to 3 stars are prohibited.
- Livestock manure spreading and open burning are banned.
- Home temperatures must be reduced by one degree Celsius.
- Vehicle restrictions apply in larger municipalities and those opting in.
Beginning tomorrow, all municipalities within the province will prohibit the use of heating systems powered by woody biomass, including those rated up to 3 stars. The spreading of livestock manure and any form of open burning are also forbidden. Residents will also be required to lower their home thermostats by one degree Celsius.
In municipalities with populations exceeding 30,000 and those that have voluntarily joined the initiative, a ban on vehicles will be in effect. This includes gasoline vehicles Euro 1 and older, and diesel vehicles Euro 4 and older – even those equipped with a particulate filter (DPF) or participating in the Move-In service.
Authorities will evaluate conditions in the coming days to determine if the measures can be lifted, hoping for improved weather conditions, potentially including rainfall.
Regional Pollution Hotspots
The Po Valley continues to be the most vulnerable area in Lombardy regarding air quality. Soresina, in the Cremona province, recorded the highest levels of pollution in 2025. Elevated PM10 levels were also reported in Crema, Codogno, and Cassano d’Adda.
