Jessica Gilman

Jessica Gilman, an atmospheric chemist at NOAA, dives into the complex world of wildfire smoke and its alarming impact on air quality and public health. She unpacks the composition of smoke and its hazardous particles, highlighting severe health risks linked to inhalation. Gilman also discusses the dual effects of smoke on climate change and how it travels over long distances. Listeners get valuable tips on reducing smoke exposure and learn about the relationship between shifting climate patterns and increasing wildfire seasons.

Jessica Gilman, an atmospheric chemist from NOAA, dives into the world of wildfire smoke and its surprising journey. She explains how smoke from California fires can travel all the way to Minnesota, impacting air quality and public health. Discover the components of smoke and the health risks posed by tiny particulate matter. Gilman also discusses the intricate relationship between wildfire smoke and climate change, highlighting how rising temperatures lead to more wildfires, creating a challenging feedback loop that calls for urgent climate action.