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Revegetation in the Oregon Cascades after the 90,000-acre B&B Complex Fires that burned in August and September of 2003 around Three-Fingered Jack peak. (Photo courtesy of University of Nevada, Reno)

Climate Change Environment

Snowpack Critical to Helping Forests Heal

November 30, 2021November 29, 2021 Science Connectedecosystems, forests, snow, wildfires

A substantial snowpack helps forests heal after fire season, but what can be done with higher temperatures and lower precipitation?

Australian Bushfires/Wildfires

Biodiversity and Conservation Climate Change Environment

Extreme Wildfires’ Effects on Australian Forests

February 17, 2020November 30, 2021 Science ConnectedAustralia, climate change, fire, global warming, wildfires, wildlife

Australian forests, accustomed to and dependent on natural fire regimes, are suffering in the new extreme wildfires fueled by climate change.