New research indicates that toxic pollution from wildfires has affected over a billion individuals annually for the past two decades. This pollution, driven by worsening climate conditions, is more harmful than urban air pollution due to higher chemical concentrations. The study highlights significant health risks, including premature deaths and respiratory illnesses. It emphasizes the importance of addressing indoor wildfire pollution, which can remain hazardous, even in closed environments. Areas least equipped to tackle this issue are in poorer nations, stressing the need for affordable air purification solutions to mitigate health impacts.
Toxic pollution from wildfires has infiltrated the homes of more than a billion people a year over the last two decades, according to new research.
Wildfire pollution has been linked to early deaths, worsened heart and breathing diseases and premature births, highlighting its significant health risks.
Indoor pollution concentrations on wildfire days can be nearly three times higher than on normal days, even with closed doors and windows.
The new analysis is the first global, high-resolution study of indoor spikes in wildfire pollution, emphasizing its global impact and urgency.
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