😱 Wildfires are raging across Brazil, Venezuela, and Bolivia, pushing carbon emissions to the highest February levels in two decades! 🌎🔥
Punishing droughts have turned parts of South America into tinderboxes, making it easy for flames to spread. The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) reports that these fires have not only scorched vast areas but also pumped massive amounts of carbon into the atmosphere. 🌳🔥
In February, Brazil's wildfire emissions hit 4.1 megatonnes of carbon, while Venezuela reached 5.2 megatonnes. Bolivia wasn't spared either, seeing record emissions at 0.3 megatonnes. To put this into perspective, back in 2003, these numbers were significantly lower: Brazil at 3.1, Venezuela at 4.3, and Bolivia at just 0.08 megatonnes. 📈
This spike in emissions isn't just a number—it's a warning sign. ⚠️ Climate change and deforestation are making our planet hotter and drier, fueling more intense fires. It's like Mother Nature's way of saying, 'Hey, we need to talk!' 🌍💬
It's time for us, the digitally savvy generation, to take notice and take action. Let's spread awareness, support reforestation efforts, and push for sustainable practices. After all, we've only got one planet, and it's heating up! 🌱✊
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Brazil, Venezuela, Bolivia see surging wildfire emissions: EU monitor
cgtn.com
