2023 Canada Wildfires Linked to Nearly 70,000 Deaths
• The 2023 Canada wildfires exposed over 300 million people in the US and Europe to dangerous air pollution.
• Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from the wildfire smoke is linked to nearly 70,000 premature deaths.
• The wildfires underscore the growing global health threat posed by climate-fueled wildfires, requiring urgent action.
Canada wildfires caused toxic smoke exposure worldwide
The devastating 2023 Canada wildfires had far-reaching consequences, extending well beyond the borders of the country. These fires unleashed unprecedented levels of toxic smoke, exposing over 300 million individuals across the United States and Europe to hazardous air pollution. A comprehensive analysis has linked this widespread exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) to a staggering estimate of nearly 70,000 premature deaths.
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