Over 1.53 million annual deaths linked to air pollution from wild fires, mostly in poorer nations.

A study in The Lancet found that over 1.53 million people died annually from air pollution due to wild/bush fires, with 90% of these deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. The research highlights health risks from fine particulate matter and ozone, which can travel long distances, affecting large populations. The study warns the global health burden may increase with the frequency and severity of fires due to climate change.

December 01, 2024
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