Thousands fined as Paris curbs car use for a day

By Andrew Callus PARIS (Reuters) – Paris enforced the most drastic traffic curbs in 20 years on Monday, fining almost 4,000 drivers who tried the dodge them, but stopping at a single day of restrictions as cooler weather brought relief from pollution. French policies to promote the use of diesel is seen as one factor why Paris is hit worse than other cities. "This is a public health problem … we thank everyone who fell into line," Transport Minister Frederic Cuvillier said. President Francois Hollande's ruling Socialists are seen retain control of the French capital.