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Why firefighters face toxic smoke with little protection

Season 2025 Episode 231 | 6m 17s

At the height of wildfire season, thousands of firefighters regularly face a host of dangers on the frontline, including confronting toxic smoke. As seasons grow longer and more intense, the health of wildland firefighters is under renewed focus. Stephanie Sy spoke with Hannah Dreier of The New York Times about her report on major health issues firefighters are facing.

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