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31 Jul 2024

Macedonia Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident in Probištip Municipality
Macedonia Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident in Probištip Municipality

Macedonia has faced a significant challenge in maintaining its tree cover, with a net loss of 1.34% in recent years, despite efforts to stabilize the environment. The country, which boasts an area of approximately 2.48 million hectares, has a tree cover extent of 781,684 hectares. However, the battle against deforestation is ongoing, with forestry activities being the primary driver of tree cover loss.

The historical data reveals a fluctuating pattern of tree cover loss over the years, with the highest recorded loss in 2009 at 4,300 hectares. In contrast, 2015 saw the lowest loss at 784 hectares. Despite these variations, the overall trend indicates a persistent reduction in tree cover, which has implications for biodiversity and climate regulation.

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The latest incident in Probištip Municipality, where a single fire alert was recorded on July 31, 2024, adds to the environmental concerns for Macedonia. While the number of fire incidents remains low, the cumulative effect of these events, combined with ongoing deforestation, poses a serious threat to the country's natural heritage and ecological stability.

As Macedonia continues to confront these environmental challenges, the data underscores the need for sustainable management of natural resources and the importance of vigilance in preventing incidents that can further exacerbate tree cover loss.

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