Paraguay has experienced significant tree cover loss over the past two decades, with wildfires and shifting agriculture being the primary drivers. The country's total area spans nearly 40 million hectares, with approximately 60% covered by trees. However, Paraguay has seen a net loss of over 5.80 million hectares of tree cover, which is a 24.70% decrease from the stable tree cover extent. Shifting agriculture alone accounts for a substantial portion of this loss, with other factors like forestry, urbanization, and wildfires contributing to the decline.
The latest incident data reveals a fire alert in the Ñeembucú Department, indicative of the ongoing challenges Paraguay faces in managing wildfires. The cumulative effect of these incidents has had a profound impact on the country's natural resources, with the loss of tree cover also implying significant carbon emissions. The data underscores the urgency for strategies to mitigate these losses and preserve Paraguay's remaining forests.
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