Monday, October 20, 2008

OZONE POLLUTION BY WILDFIRES

Wildfires are one of the things that gives a lot of pollution to the ozone layer, and affect peoples health. Scientists say that wildfires happened repeatedly and caused many people to be unhealthy in the area. Also, scientists found that when the ozone levels reach at a high rate, you can see smoke in places where you wouldn't normally see it. Researchers use computers models and measurements to pin point huge wildfires in California. As the ozone layer is blocking rays from the sun, it can cause many health problems because it is in the lower atmosphere. The ozone levels that is unhealthy were detected in rural areas. Therefore, if you see a fire in the woods, PUT IT OUT.
http://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=112403&govDel=USNSF_51

No comments: