🌿 Environment 1d ago · By Katie Surma

Climate Change Is Increasing Simultaneous Exposure to Heat Waves and Wildfire Smoke

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Heat and wildfire smoke are dangerous on their own. A new study says more people are facing both at once.By Katie SurmaMore than 1 billion people per year were exposed to heat waves and fire pollution at the same time from 2010-2019, a sharp jump from the decade before it, according to a new study that highlights the growing public health crisis caused by global warming. 

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