

Breathing wildfire smoke can cause coughing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing.
Wildfire smoke and health: all your questions answered
What should you do to stay safe?
HEALTH Air safety
This year, wildfires in Los Angeles have wreaked havoc, claimed lives, displaced thousands, and destroyed communities. And even though the flames were dangerous, the smoke was even more so, as it posed a severe health crisis.
Wildfire smoke is filled with toxic particles that enter deep into the lungs and bloodstream thereby increasing risks of long-term respiratory and cardiovascular health issues. As wildfires grow more frequent due to climate change, urgent action is needed to protect public health and improve air quality standards.
Curious about how wildfire smoke can impact you? Click through now to learn more.