Indonesia’s Fires Linked to Over 5,200 Deaths, Study Finds
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A new study says that Indonesia’s forest fires and the resulting haze caused more than 5,200 deaths. The fires, often set to clear land for farming, released heavy smoke across the region. Researchers link the haze to respiratory and other health problems. The study adds to growing concerns about the public health cost of these yearly fires.