Toxic wildfire pollution worsens health risks across Indonesia
Wildfire pollution in Indonesia has reportedly doubled respiratory infections, while volcanic ash adds further health risks. Japan has deployed equipment to Borneo to help fight the fires causing toxic haze.
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Why it matters
Worsening respiratory illness and cross-border assistance indicate a serious public-health and environmental emergency.
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