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31 Dec 2024

Côte d'Ivoire Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident
Côte d'Ivoire Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and Single Fire Incident

Côte d'Ivoire has experienced significant tree cover loss over the past two decades, with a net decrease in tree cover of approximately 6.94%. The country's tree cover extent, initially covering an area of 14,872,640 hectares, has been subjected to various pressures, leading to a total loss of 2,530,533 hectares. Notably, shifting agriculture has been the predominant driver of this loss, accounting for the vast majority of the tree cover decline.

The impact of urbanization, although comparatively smaller, has also contributed to the changing landscape. The data indicates a clear trend of increasing tree cover loss over the years, peaking in 2014 with 346,792 hectares lost. Despite efforts to regain tree cover, with a gain of 881,679 hectares, the net loss remains substantial.

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Adding to the environmental challenges, the latest incident data from December 31, 2024, reports a fire alert in the Lacs District of Côte d'Ivoire. This incident underscores the ongoing risks to the country's natural resources and highlights the need for continued vigilance and sustainable land management practices.

The loss of tree cover not only affects the biodiversity and ecological balance of the region but also has broader implications for climate change, given the role of forests in carbon sequestration. As Côte d'Ivoire confronts these environmental challenges, the situation calls for a broader discussion on conservation strategies and the sustainable use of land to mitigate further loss.

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