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2024 No The impact of a mine fire and smoke event on academic outcomes for primary and secondary school students https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Ftra0001179 Berger, Emily North America Epidemiological Students Elementary (K-5) Middle/Jr High (6-8) High School (9-12) Particulate Matter (PM) Test performance Stress/Anxiety academic outcomes mine fire posttraumatic stress smoke Students Following a mine fire, 303 students’ academic progress was analyzed. Secondary students in highly exposed areas showed an 18.5-month delay; no delays were found in primary students or linked to distress levels. Schools should monitor and support affected students. 2023