Wildfires are exacerbated as a result of climate change and mandates that prevent cultural burning. Fire is good and necessary when done with intention and understanding of the ecosystem. For example (not a blanket statement), fire may be needed to break down debris in forests. When this isn't done regularly, the build up can cause a massive fire to develop that wouldn't happen if it were kept in check. We also need to consider what kind of plants and fungi are able to grow or not when triggered by fires, from the under or overstory. Fire can make a huge impact on the overall canopy.
To learn more about "Good Fire" check out this podcast which covers fire burning practices from many different places. https://yourforestpodcast.com/good-fire-podcast
There are much fewer regulations for indoor air quality than outdoor air quality. Americans spend nearly 90% of their lives indoors. Poor air quality can have several long term health impacts including skin conditions or childhood asthma. These issues disproportionately impact low-income people of color.
Understand indoor air quality issues from a variety of scenarios: https://www.eli.org/taxonomy/term/9008
Steps to improve indoor air quality: https://campuspress.yale.edu/ledger/breathe-easy-simple-steps-to-improve-indoor-air-quality/
Assessment of Indoor Air Pollution in Homes with Infants: https://environment.yale.edu/bibcite/reference/670
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