Global Wildfires Threaten Air Quality and Public Health
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a warning about the growing impact of wildfires on global air quality and public health. Intensified by climate change, wildfires are becoming a significant source of air pollution, complicating efforts to meet international air quality standards. The WMO's annual air quality and climate report highlights the increasing prevalence of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and ground-level ozone, which pose serious health risks. This year, Europe has experienced severe heatwaves and wildfires, particularly in Spain, France, and Greece, exacerbated by climate change. (Source time: 07-09-2026 09:30 IST) 
