Forest Fires Accelerating Snowmelt across Western US, Study Finds (2 of 2) (IMAGE)

Portland State University

Forest Fires Accelerating Snowmelt across Western US, Study Finds (2 of 2)

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Burned forests shed soot and burned debris that darken the snow surface and accelerate snowmelt for years following fire.

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Nathan Chellman | DRI

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