Vox reporter Rachel DuRose explains the history of air pollution in the United States. In a nutshell:The progress made in the U.S. to combat air pollution over the past century is being undermined by the growing threat of wildfire smoke, exacerbated by climate change. The resulting toxic air pollution, particularly hazardous particulate matter, poses significant health risks, including respiratory infections, asthma, heart disease and lung cancer. Legislative action and public awareness are crucial to address this smoky future and mitigate the impact of climate change on air quality. Read more about toxic pollution, wildfire smoke, and climate change at Vox.

Source: Washington Post June 22, 2023 14:32 UTC