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31 Aug 2024

Ukraine Witnesses a Single Fire Incident in Zaporizhia Oblast as Forest Cover Dynamics Unfold
Ukraine Witnesses a Single Fire Incident in Zaporizhia Oblast as Forest Cover Dynamics Unfold

Ukraine's Zaporizhia Oblast reported a single fire incident on August 31, 2024, amidst a broader context of the country's forest cover changes. Over the past two decades, Ukraine has experienced a net increase in tree cover by 4.08%, with a gain of 926,367 hectares and a loss of 499,821 hectares. The forestry sector has been the predominant driver of tree cover loss, accounting for a significant portion of the 2,122,881.80 hectares lost since 2001. Wildfires, while contributing to the loss, have been responsible for less than 1% of the total tree cover loss over the years. Urbanization has also played a role, albeit minor compared to forestry activities. The latest incident underscores the ongoing challenges in managing and preserving Ukraine's forested areas, which cover approximately 18.52% of the country's land area.

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