102M dead trees big impact to california

102M dead trees big impact to california

In drought-stricken California, 36 million trees have died since May, the Los Angeles Times reports. They're part of 62 million trees that have died in the state since 2016 and 102 million trees that have died over the past six years.

At the same time, rising temperatures in California are increasing the amount of water trees need. "This staggering and growing number of tree deaths should be concerning for everyone," a California climate and conservation manager tells the Times.

One dangerous side effect: Having millions of dead, dry trees lying around increases the dangers posed by wildfires. Fires can start easier, spread more quickly, and burn hotter, damaging the soil.

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