Hey there! 🌟 Did you know that wildfires are making it hard for forests to grow back?
Scientists from around the world, including some from the Chinese mainland, have found that after big wildfires, less than one-third of forests can fully recover within seven years! 😮
They looked at over 3,000 major wildfires across the globe and noticed that since 2010, these fires have become more severe, especially in dry areas and cold forests. Places like western North America, northern-central Siberia, and southeastern Australia have been hit the hardest.
But why is this happening? Well, with climate change bringing more heatwaves and droughts, forests are struggling to bounce back after fires. This means fewer trees, fewer homes for animals, and less clean air for us!
What can we do? It’s super important to take care of our planet! 🌍 Scientists suggest that we should help forests recover by planting new trees and protecting them as they grow.
Remember, every little action counts! Maybe you can plant a tree in your backyard or join a local environmental group. Together, we can make a difference! 🌱💪
Reference(s):
Wildfires slash global forest recovery capacity, study warns
cgtn.com
