The Iranian Red Crescent Society warned that this type of rain can cause chemical burns to the skin and serious damage to the lungs.
Inhaling acidic particles can irritate the airways, aggravate asthma and bronchitis and allow fine particles to reach the bloodstream, where they can increase cardiovascular stress.
The Iranian Red Crescent Society warned that this type of rain can cause chemical burns to the skin and serious damage to the lungs.
Inhaling acidic particles can irritate the airways, aggravate asthma and bronchitis and allow fine particles to reach the bloodstream, where they can increase cardiovascular stress.
The Iranian Red Crescent Society warned that this type of rain can cause chemical burns to the skin and serious damage to the lungs.
Inhaling acidic particles can irritate the airways, aggravate asthma and bronchitis and allow fine particles to reach the bloodstream, where they can increase cardiovascular stress.
Graphic showing health effects of toxic smoke and acid rain exposure, including chemical skin burns and severe lung damage, as warned by the Iranian Red Crescent.
Source: World Health Organization, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Iran Red Crescent and Environmental Protection Organization.