France’s Bordeaux records PM2.5 levels nearly five times above the EU’s daily limit amid growing wildfire impact across Europe.
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Wildfire emissions have surged across parts of Europe, exposing millions of people to dangerous levels of air pollution and raising fresh health concerns.
The spread of wildfires has caused a sharp rise in harmful fine particles, with Bordeaux, France, recording PM2.5 pollution levels nearly five times higher than the European Union’s average daily limit.
Health experts warn that wildfire smoke can pose serious risks, particularly for children, older adults and people with respiratory or heart conditions.
Authorities across affected regions are monitoring air quality and advising residents to limit outdoor activities during periods of heavy smoke exposure.
Scientists say increasing wildfire intensity, driven by factors including extreme heat and prolonged drought conditions, is worsening air quality and placing additional pressure on communities and emergency services across Europe.
