In a concerning environmental trend, Argentina has been facing significant tree cover loss over the past two decades, with a net decrease of 10.45% in tree cover. The latest incident on August 11, 2024, in Entre Ríos Province, is a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges. The country's tree cover extent, originally spanning over 39 million hectares, has been compromised by various factors, including shifting agriculture, which accounts for a substantial portion of the loss. Forestry activities and urbanization also contribute to the diminishing green landscape. Wildfires, although less frequent, pose a severe threat, as evidenced by the recent fire alert in Entre Ríos. The cumulative effect of these drivers has led to a loss of over 4.60 million hectares, overshadowing the gains made through reforestation and natural regrowth. This loss not only impacts the biodiversity and ecological balance but also has significant implications for carbon emissions and climate change.
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