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Wildfire Smoke Is Traveling Farther and Hurting More People Than Scientists Expected

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Distant wildfire smoke creates an orange haze over a city skyline, illustrating how smoke travels hundreds of miles across the country

Wildfire smoke travels thousands of miles, carrying PM2.5 particles linked to stroke, asthma, and heart disease. Learn how far smoke can travel, what it does inside your body, and exactly how to protect yourself with air purifiers, N95 masks, and indoor safety tips.