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The best way to save giant sequoias may be more fire

A recent study from UC Davis reveals that prescribed burns can significantly increase the survival rates of giant sequoias during wildfires. Trees that experienced controlled burns in the past decade were nearly four times more likely to survive the devastating fires of 2020 and 2021. This research highlights the importance of using fire as a management tool to protect these ancient giants. As climate change intensifies wildfire risks, understanding and applying these findings could be crucial for sequoia conservation.
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