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Rampant Wildfires Are Threatening a Collapse of the Amazon Rainforest
Mar 13, 2024
Learn about the alarming surge in wildfires threatening the Amazon rainforest, and the crucial role of the rainforest in global biodiversity and climate balance. Explore the impacts of climate change, deforestation, and extreme drought on the Amazon ecosystem, posing irreversible damage to both nature and communities.
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- Amazon rainforest facing unprecedented wildfires, pushing towards irreversible collapse due to climate change, deforestation, and increased burning trends
- Potential collapse of Amazon by 2050 may emit massive CO2, accelerate global warming, and transition to savannah ecosystem
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Amazon Rainforest Fires and Climate Change Threats
The Amazon rainforest is facing unprecedented wildfires with thousands of fires burning in a single month, pushing the region closer to a tipping point where degradation becomes irreversible. Scientists warn that increased burning and warming trends are significantly impacting the Amazon's ecosystem. These fires are linked to climate change, drought, and deforestation, making the forest more flammable and vulnerable to future blazes.
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