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‘I couldn’t breathe’: the deadly health burden of wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke is increasingly linked to serious health impacts, including respiratory distress, heart attacks, and premature death. As fires grow more frequent and intense, scientists are working to better understand smoke's complex effects on human health. Emergency departments report spikes in patients during smoke events, while research suggests exposure may be more dangerous than other air pollution sources.
Donald Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke — but global warming is loading the wildfire dice
Trump blamed Canada for wildfire smoke affecting the US, but scientists say climate change is the primary driver of worsening wildfires. While forest management plays a role, rising temperatures and drought conditions driven by global warming are making fires more frequent and severe across North America, regardless of which side of the border they ignite.