Wilderness in the Age of Climate Change
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Wilderness Under Siege: The Impact of Wildfires
This chapter explores the significance of designated wilderness areas in the U.S. and the challenges they face from wildfires, highlighting the role of the Wilderness Act of 1964. It chronicles the emotional journey of conservationists and biologists as they assess the extensive damage caused by the Castle Fire to sequoia groves and discusses the complex interplay between fire management and natural ecosystem dynamics. The narrative emphasizes the ongoing debate on balancing human intervention with the need for wilderness preservation amidst climate change.
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