Wildland Firefighters: A Crucial Weapon for Forest Fire Management. Which Health Risks Do They Face?
Filipa Esteves,
Joana Madureira,
João Paulo Teixeira
et al.
Abstract:Fire when uncontrolled can become a destructive force that risks wildlife, property, and human lives. Global warming has contributed to the increase and severity of wildfires in the last decades, requiring greater political and local authority involvement to protect people. Wildland firefighters are an essential tool for the management of any forest fire. However, they face unique occupational risks characterized by physically demanding tasks, long hours in severe conditions, and exposure to various health ris… Show more
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