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Forest fire-induced air pollution events in the Himalayan region: urgent need for regional collaboration and action

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Pre-monsoon forest fires in the Himalayan region contribute to severe air pollution episodes across the region. Based on the analysis of PM 2.5 concentrations and forest fire events, we aim to highlight an urgent need for transboundary efforts to address the challenges posed by forest fire-induced air pollution episodes.

Source: BMC Environmental Science

DOI: 10.1186/s44329-025-00027-5

Authors: Parth Sarathi Mahapatra, Narayan Babu Dhital

Institutions: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, Tribhuvan University, Patan Multiple Campus

Language: English

Topic: Atmospheric chemistry and aerosols

Subfield: Atmospheric Science

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Life on land, Climate action

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,890