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UN: Fires and heatwaves harm air quality
The World Meteorological Organization highlights the escalation of wildfires and heatwaves that produce microscopic pollutants to permeate the air, posing threats to air quality and human health—especially given the increased toxicity of the fine particles generated. Studies indicate a close link between wildfires and climate change, as heatwaves contribute to an increased frequency and severity of fires, leading to wider dispersion of fine particles such as black carbon and plastic debris, which impact both health and the environment. The organization calls for improved monitoring of pollutants like particles and ozone, and the implementation of comprehensive policies to address these crises. Since the 1990s, the number of wildfires has tripled, causing hundreds of thousands of additional deaths.
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