Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: DTE
Context: A recent report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) highlights that climate change is leading to more frequent and intense heatwaves, which are contributing to ozone pollution and worsening air quality.
- Heatwaves are linked to an increased risk of wildfires, which release various pollutants, including ozone and particulate matter (PM), into the atmosphere.
- The report emphasizes that short-lived reactive gases such as nitrogen oxides and biogenic volatile organic compounds generated during wildfires contribute to the production of ozone and PM.
