The cumulative impact of these losses is substantial. Since 2001, Ghana has seen a net decrease in tree cover of approximately 572,800 hectares, which represents a 5.09% decline from the previous tree cover extent. This loss of tree cover not only affects the local ecosystems but also has broader implications for climate change, as trees are vital for carbon sequestration.
The recent fire incident, although small in scale with just one alert reported, is a reminder of the persistent threat of wildfires to the remaining tree cover. The incident in the Eastern Region is part of a larger pattern of environmental disturbance that Ghana must address to preserve its natural heritage and mitigate the effects of climate change.
