Kai Chen, an Associate Professor at the Yale School of Public Health, discusses the alarming health impacts of wildfire smoke pollution. He reveals that fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from these fires contributes to over 11,000 deaths annually in the U.S. Chen highlights how rising smoke levels aren't just a local issue, affecting air quality nationwide. He also examines how climate change exacerbates these health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations, underscoring the necessity for public health measures to combat this growing threat.
