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A study led by Nanyang Technological University found that from 1980 to 2020, human emissions and wildfires, among other sources, contributed to around 135 million premature deaths globally. Unhealthy air coupled with weather events result in increased mortality rates. The study highlighted the impact of weather phenomena like El Nino and Indian Ocean Dipole in exacerbating air pollution effects. Particulate matter PM2.5, originating from sources like vehicle emissions, industrial output, fires, and dust storms, was identified as a significant health hazard causing premature deaths. Particularly in Asia, over 98 million premature deaths attributed to PM2.5 pollution were recorded, with the highest numbers in China and India. The research emphasizes the urgency of understanding the health impacts of particulate matter due to air quality and climate changes.
Source: YAHOO