IncreasingAfrican tropical forest fires linked to climate change and deforestation
Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 03, 2024
Recent research conducted by the University of Oklahoma provides a comprehensive analysis of fire activity in the tropical forests of west and central Africa, revealing a significant increase in wildfires over the past 18 years, particularly in the Congo Basin. The escalation is attributed mainly to rising temperatures, dry conditions, and human activities such as deforestation. The trend is exp