‘It’s only going to get worse’: wildfires forcing firefighters to make impossible choices

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Firefighters are increasingly facing difficult decisions as wildfires become more intense and widespread due to climate change. The situation has led to operational challenges, with firefighters needing to prioritize which blazes to combat. Recent wildfires in western Europe have resulted in record-breaking destruction and numerous fatalities. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has also impacted air quality in cities like Toronto, making it the most polluted city in the world at one point.