Brazil's deforestation trajectory has been characterized by a fluctuating pattern of tree cover loss, with the highest recorded in 2016 at over 5.30 million hectares. Shifting agriculture has consistently been the leading cause, followed by forestry activities. Urbanization, while contributing less to the overall loss, remains a persistent issue.
The data reveals a complex interplay of factors leading to the degradation of Brazil's forests. The incidents of fire, such as the one in Alagoas, serve as a microcosm of the larger environmental challenges that require attention and action to preserve the country's rich biodiversity and combat climate change.
