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Preventive action can’t avert wildfires but can save lives, meteorologists say

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The World Meteorological Organization says preventive action cannot avert natural disasters, but that it can help save lives and mitigate loss of property.

The WMO says wildfires have been made worse by climate change.

The WHO estimates 4.2 million deaths globally are linked to ambient or outdoor air pollution, with 99% of the global population exposed to air pollution levels that exceed the WHO guideline level.

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72

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75

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22

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informal

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English

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55

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short-lived

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