How forests are being restored after wildfires
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Oregon's Cram Fire exploded this week, now covering more than 90,000 acres. As firefighters work to contain the fire, here's a look at new reforestation efforts following major fire devastation.
Breakdown
- Crews collect pine cones from treetops in Oregon to harvest seeds for replanting. 12s
- Megafires, worsened by climate change, have destroyed over 33 million acres in the West since 2020. 39s
- Seedlings grown from collected seeds are being planted, but current efforts fall short of the need. 1m 45s
- Climate change makes it harder for seedlings to survive and reach maturity. 2m 35s
- Partnerships between nonprofits, government, and private companies are crucial for large-scale forest restoration. 3m 12s