Study Links Canada’s 2023 Wildfires to 82,000 Global Deaths
• Study links Canada’s 2023 wildfires to approximately 82,100 premature deaths globally.
• North America saw roughly 41,900 premature deaths due to wildfire smoke, with Europe experiencing about 22,
• The research underscores the need for international cooperation to manage air quality and mitigate wildfire risks.
Canadian wildfires caused global premature deaths
A recent study published in *Nature* has linked the devastating Canadian wildfires of 2023 to an estimated 82,100 premature deaths worldwide. The research highlights the far-reaching and deadly consequences of extreme wildfire events, demonstrating that their impact extends well beyond the immediate fire zones.
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