Rapid Response to Wildfire Misinformation

That’s the thing about climate denial, it is often sandwiched between truths. 🥪

Climate change is driving the wildfires we’re seeing: more frequent, more intense, more destructive (1-4). That part’s settled science.

At the same time, fires are natural and an essential part of many ecosystems, and are often started by lightning or human activity (campfires, cigarettes, etc.) (5-7). More than one thing can be true!

And behind the stats are real communities dealing with evacuations, air quality warnings, and smoke that’s traveling farther than before.

If you’re in an area affected by smoke: stay inside when you can, mask up outdoors, and check your local air quality index before heading out.

Share this if you’re tired of climate denial talking points.