Wildfire effects may linger for years, study warns

As wildfires rage across North America and Europe, a new study on the 2023 Maui fires reveals long-lasting health and social impacts. Three years after the blazes, many survivors still suffer from respiratory issues, high blood pressure, and mental health problems, including depression and PTSD. The climate crisis is intensifying fire conditions worldwide, with smoke from Canadian and US fires reaching distant cities and prompting political tensions.