Saralnama4.5 million premature deaths occur yearly due to air pollution, says the UN., the World Meteorological Organization released its Air Quality and Climate Bulletin. It reports that wildfires, worsened by climate change, are a major source of air pollution. These fires release harmful particles that can travel across continents. In 2024, Canada, Siberia, and central Africa saw high levels of PM 2.5 particles. The Amazon basin had the biggest surge. PM 2.5 particles are dangerous as they can enter deep into lungs. The WMO urges better monitoring and policies to protect health and reduce losses. Some cities in Europe, China, and the US have successfully reduced air pollution through sustained efforts. (Updated 5 Sep 2025, 13:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 4.5 million premature deaths occur yearly due to air pollution, says the UN ., the World Meteorological Organization released its Air Quality and Climate Bulletin
- It reports that wildfires, worsened by climate change , are a major source of air pollution
- These fires release harmful particles that can travel across continents