Increasing Smoke from Wildfires (IMAGE) Harvard University Caption Organic carbon is one component of smoke from wildfires. Overall, wildfires in 2050 are expected to be up to twice as smoky, threatening visibility and public health. Credit Image courtesy of Xu Yue. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.