Wildfire Fighters, Unmasked in Toxic Smoke, Are Getting Sick and Dying

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Wildfire Fighters, Unmasked in Toxic Smoke, Are Getting Sick and Dying
The U.S. Forest Service has fought decades of efforts to better protect its crews — sending them into smoke without masks or warnings about the risks.
WildfiresWorkplace Hazards and ViolatioFires and FirefightersHazardous and Toxic SubstancesProtective Clothing and GearAir PollutionCancerLungsDeaths (Fatalities)Forest Service

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