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10 Dec 2024

Argentina Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Wildfires in Chaco Province
Argentina Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Wildfires in Chaco Province

In a concerning environmental development, Argentina has experienced a significant decline in tree cover, compounded by a recent wildfire incident in the Chaco Province. Over the past two decades, the country has seen a net loss of 3,556,753 hectares of tree cover, which equates to a 10.45% decrease from its original extent.

Shifting agriculture and forestry have been the primary drivers of tree cover loss, accounting for substantial percentages of the total deforestation each year. In 2022 alone, shifting agriculture was responsible for a loss of 78,317 hectares, while forestry contributed to a further 40,544 hectares of tree cover decline. Wildfires, although less significant in comparison, still posed a considerable threat, with 1,505 hectares affected in the same year.

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The latest incident on December 10, 2024, adds to the ongoing challenge, with a single wildfire alert reported in the Chaco Province. This incident underscores the persistent vulnerability of Argentina's forests to both human activities and natural disturbances.

The cumulative impact of these losses is substantial, with the total tree cover loss over the years resulting in millions of metric tons of CO2 equivalent gross emissions, further exacerbating the global climate crisis. The data reveals a pressing need for strategies to mitigate tree cover loss and enhance forest protection to preserve Argentina's biodiversity and combat climate change.

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