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Wildfire smoke health risks now a major urban problem

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Wildfire smoke poses significant health risks to urban populations, extending far beyond immediate fire zones. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in smoke is linked to increased asthma hospitalizations, while chemical reactions in smoke create harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and ground-level ozone. These pollutants can travel thousands of kilometers and persist in the atmosphere for weeks, leading to elevated cancer risks and thousands of excess deaths annually due to increased ozone pollution. AI

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Wildfire smoke health risks now a major urban problem

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Laurie Winkless, Contributor ·

    Wildfires Have Left The Forest And Moved Into The City

    A growing body of research shows that wildfires now pose a significant health risk to those living in cities.

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