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Climate Change Driving Combined Heat Wave and Wildfire Smoke Exposure
Original: Climate Change Is Increasing Simultaneous Exposure to Heat Waves and Wildfire Smoke
Inside Climate News reports that climate change is raising the likelihood that people face heat waves and wildfire smoke at the same time. The combined hazards compound health risks, as extreme heat and poor air quality together put greater strain on vulnerable populations than either danger alone.
Why now: Compound heat and smoke events are worsening as global temperatures rise, raising public health concerns
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- Climate Change Is Increasing Simultaneous Exposure to Heat Waves and Wildfire Smoke · Inside Climate News
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