The Air Pollution in Los Angeles Is Worse Than India Due to Wildfires
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis, discusses how Los Angeles’s current air pollution levels surpass those of Delhi, India, and the severe healthcare issues it causes. The smoke exacerbates pre-existing conditions like lung and heart disease and may contribute to long-term effects such as dementia and reduced fertility. The healthcare costs and health damage from wildfire smoke in Los Angeles are expected to have a lasting impact.
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