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California’s wildfires powered by perfect storm of fire hazards

11 October 2017

Low humidity, parched vegetation and warm winds have led to fires that have killed at least 17, left over 150 people missing and destroyed over 2000 homes

Extreme wildfires in the US could lead to long-term lung damage

12 September 2017

This year’s exceptional wildfire season could drag on until December, and the resulting air pollution poses a serious risk to people’s health

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California’s wildfires powered by perfect storm of fire hazards

Extreme wildfires in the US could lead to long-term lung damage

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