Weeks of smoke from Canadian fires, then extreme heat? This past week, three world heat records were set. July 6, 2023, the hottest day the world has recorded preceded by records set on July 3rd and 4th. Whether it is the hottest day ever recorded or the smokiest day recorded, this is dangerous, and we must tie it to what is causing this? It is threatening for us as humans, and I wonder what the toll will be on our wildlife that can’t escape inside? How can we lessen our impact? How can we lower our emissions and reduce our fossil fuel output.
What are some things you can do? Every action matters we need to reduce our use of fossil fuels, here are some easy things you can do.
-Reduce driving, carpool or use public transportation if you can.
-If you’re driving, do not idle your vehicle.
-Run errands on your bike or walk
-Avoid using gas lawnmowers and other gas-powered equipment.
-Reduce your plastic consumption. Plastic is made from fossil fuels.
-Stop backyard fires and stoves
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