Toxic clouds of smoke Threaten California residents
- 6 years ago
CALIFORNIA — Deadly wildfires in California continue to burn causing leaving clouds of dangerous smoke along the way. "
According to The New York Times, at least 63 people have been killed by 'Camp Fire' — the deadliest fire to date in the state of California — while 200 others are still missing.
CNN reported 'Camp Fire' has already burned through 141,000 acres of land and is only 40 percent contained.
Toxic clouds of smoke coming from this and other fires are now threatening the health of residents living in nearby areas.
Data from government sponsored air quality index site AirNow indicates California currently has the highest level of unhealthy air in the United States.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, particles less than 10 micrometer in diameter are the most insidious as they cling to lung tissue and can even be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Fine particulate matter from wood fire affect children, the elderly and especially those who already suffer pulmonary and heart diseases.
However, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, there is little data regarding long-term health consequences that derive from prolonged exposure to wildfire smoke such as the one California residents are experiencing now.
According to The New York Times, at least 63 people have been killed by 'Camp Fire' — the deadliest fire to date in the state of California — while 200 others are still missing.
CNN reported 'Camp Fire' has already burned through 141,000 acres of land and is only 40 percent contained.
Toxic clouds of smoke coming from this and other fires are now threatening the health of residents living in nearby areas.
Data from government sponsored air quality index site AirNow indicates California currently has the highest level of unhealthy air in the United States.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, particles less than 10 micrometer in diameter are the most insidious as they cling to lung tissue and can even be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Fine particulate matter from wood fire affect children, the elderly and especially those who already suffer pulmonary and heart diseases.
However, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, there is little data regarding long-term health consequences that derive from prolonged exposure to wildfire smoke such as the one California residents are experiencing now.