Ukraine's forests have experienced notable changes over the past two decades, with a recent fire incident reported in Kirovohrad Oblast. The country's tree cover extent spans over 11 million hectares, which has seen a net change of approximately 426,545 hectares, marking a 4.08% change in tree cover. The historical data reveals a fluctuating pattern of tree cover loss, with the highest recorded in 2016 at over 106,000 hectares. Forestry activities have been the predominant driver of tree cover loss, followed by wildfires and urbanization. The year 2022 saw a decrease in tree cover loss to nearly 48,000 hectares, with forestry still leading as the main driver. In contrast, the country has also witnessed a tree cover gain of over 926,000 hectares, indicating a dynamic landscape of loss and recovery. The latest incident, a fire alert on September 15, 2024, adds to the challenges faced by Ukraine's forests, emphasizing the ongoing need for monitoring and management of the nation's natural resources.
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