"Rising Threat: Climate Change's Impact on Air Quality"

One in four Americans is exposed to unhealthy air quality due to the impact of climate change, with the number expected to grow to 125 million within decades, according to First Street Foundation. The worsening air quality, linked to global warming, threatens public health and the economy, reversing the benefits of past pollution regulations. The rise in poor air quality is attributed to higher temperatures, drought, and more smoke-spewing wildfires. Western states are particularly affected, but Eastern states are also experiencing impacts. Individuals are advised to take steps to protect their health, such as keeping smoke out of their homes and being aware of their risks for flooding, fire, wind, and heat.