Climate-driven wildfires are causing harmful particulate matter containing toxic chemicals to compromise air quality in New Jersey and New York City, according to a study by Rutgers Health. This study, the first to report on the physical and chemical characteristics of wildfire-related particulate matter in the Northeast, found high levels of cancer-causing organic compounds in the particles. The findings suggest that climate-driven wildfires are reversing improvements in air quality and are associated with worsened health impacts. The researchers emphasize the need for further investigation into the effects of wildfire-related air pollution on human health and the development of strategies to mitigate these risks.
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Climate-driven wildfire pollutants compromise air quality in Northeast U.S.
