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15 Nov 2024

Bolivia Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Surge in Wildfire Incidents
Bolivia Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss and Surge in Wildfire Incidents

Bolivia has witnessed a significant escalation in tree cover loss over the past two decades, with the latest data indicating a troubling trend. The country, which boasts an area of over 108 million hectares, has experienced a net loss in tree cover of approximately 3.30 million hectares, marking a 5.60% change in its forested landscape.

Shifting agriculture has been identified as the primary driver of this deforestation, contributing to over half of the total tree cover loss. Notably, the impact of wildfires, while comparatively smaller, has shown a worrying increase. In the most recent year for which data is available, wildfires accounted for over 1,300 hectares of tree cover loss, a stark contrast to earlier years where such incidents were negligible.

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The consequences of these losses are far-reaching, with significant implications for carbon emissions, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of local communities. The latest incident data from Chuquisaca Department underscores the ongoing challenge, with a recent fire alert highlighting the persistent threat of wildfires in the region.

As the international community focuses on environmental conservation and climate action, the situation in Bolivia serves as a reminder of the urgent need for sustainable land management practices to curb the loss of precious forest resources.

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