2. Temporality and modes of impact
The environmental consequences of wildfires are not limited to the immediate effects observed during or immediately after the event. They unfold across different time scales, ranging from acute impacts, which manifest within the first few hours or days, to chronic effects that persist for months or even decades. This temporal pattern is determined by the nature of the pollutants, their mobility, their chemical reactivity, and their capacity for bioaccumulation.
2.1 Targets of contamination
The primary impact on exposed populations stems from combustion products suspended in the air. The main pollutants are persistent gases and fine particulate matter. In addition to the short-term effects of exposure to smoke and gases, prolonged exposure can lead to long-term...
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