Disaster● LowJul 31 · Jul 31, 2026, 1:54 AM
Wildfires: What do we know about the red 'retardant' dropped over forests?
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Le Monde [en]
Used to slow the advance of flames, FIRE-TROL 931 is made up mainly of water and ammonium polyphosphate. While it does have some environmental impact, the risk is minor compared to the effects of wildfires and their smoke on human health and the environment.
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