Montrose, L. (2020, April 15). Wildfire smoke worsens coronavirus risk, putting firefighters in extra danger. Retrieved August 26, 2020, from https://theconversation.com/wildfire-smoke-worsens-coronavirus-risk-putting-firefighters-in-extra-danger-136016

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High concentrations of smoke and dangerous air quality indexes caused by wildfires can increase the COVID-19 risk for groups of individuals such as firefighters or individuals living in nearby cities or evacuation zones. Research has shown that smoke and air pollution could increase the risk that individuals would develop more severe symptoms of the virus.

Effect of Wildfires on Individuals during COVID-19 Pandemic

Wildfire Smoke Worsens Coronavirus Risk, Putting Firefighters in Extra Danger

Research shows that air pollution leads to acute health issues such as immunosuppression and inflammation. Paired with the threat of COVID-19, the wildfire smoke and consequently, severe air pollution, could potentially increase a population's susceptibility to COVID-19. 

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