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8 May 2024

Bolivia Battles Sudden Flare-up of Fire Incidents in Santa Cruz Department
Bolivia Battles Sudden Flare-up of Fire Incidents in Santa Cruz Department

Bolivia has witnessed a sudden surge in fire incidents, with multiple alerts reported on May 8, 2024, in the Santa Cruz Department. This uptick in incidents comes amidst a backdrop of significant environmental concerns, as data reveals a net loss of 3,321,443 hectares in tree cover, equating to a 5.61% decrease from the country's total tree cover extent.

Over the years, Bolivia has faced various challenges contributing to tree cover loss, including shifting agriculture, which alone accounted for a substantial portion of the loss. In 2022, shifting agriculture led to the loss of 156,979 hectares, while wildfires contributed to 1,349 hectares of lost tree cover. Forestry activities also played a role, with 9,729 hectares lost in the same year.

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The latest incidents in Santa Cruz Department underscore the ongoing struggle to maintain Bolivia's rich biodiversity and forest health. With the country's tree cover extent standing at over 64 million hectares, the loss of tree cover not only affects the local ecosystem but also has broader implications for climate change and carbon emissions.

As Bolivia continues to confront these environmental challenges, the recent fire incidents highlight the need for increased vigilance and sustainable management practices to protect the nation's natural resources.

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