The Vicious Cycle of Wildfires and Climate: Black Carbon's Role in Fueling More Fires

The emission of black carbon by wildfires exacerbates global warming.

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Dry, fire-prone areas face increased risk with every degree that flames cause to rise.

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In contrast to other aerosols, black carbon functions by heating rather than cooling.

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Find out how this dark particle may raise temperatures and impede the production of clouds.

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According to research, massive wildfires may be creating their own weather patterns.

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Denser vegetation in Northern California causes warmth caused by fire to be more severe.

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Reducing black carbon may be essential to ending the spiral of wildfires that get worse.

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According to research, lowering soot may help to break the pattern of ever-bigger flames.

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What is a wildfire's true cost to the climate? Recent discoveries suggest a contentious response.

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