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Smoke from extreme wildfires has tripled since the 90s and worsens health risks
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Smoke from extreme wildfires has tripled since the 90s and worsens health risks

Jornal de Negócios9 September 2026 at 20:01

The World Meteorological Organization warned that smoke from extreme wildfires has tripled since the 90s, significantly worsening risks to human health worldwide. This increase is directly related to climate change and the intensification of extreme weather events.

The organization states that climate change and air pollution reinforce each other, creating a negative cycle that worsens air quality. This interaction between the two environmental problems amplifies the harmful effects on the population.

The increased exposure to toxic particles, ozone, and other contaminants represents a growing threat to public health. Populations around the world face heightened risks of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases due to this intensified exposure.

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