Could pine beetles actually reduce forest fire risk? - CTV News

There's no doubt that the tiny mountain pine beetle has caused massive destruction along the Pacific Coast. But that doesn't mean that the bug has raised the forest fire risk, says a team of three researchers.

In fact, in some cases, forests destroyed by the beetle may actually be less likely to burn.

Climate [scam] artistes rock Jeffrey Town - Jamaica Environmental News & Issues - JamaicaObserver.com

"This is truly one of the best concerts I have been to in a while," said Marcia Davis, who loudly screamed for more from the climate champions.
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The Voices for Climate Change Education project, a national communication and education strategy, is using the voices of popular artistes to spread the message of climate change and how it affects the environment. The project is being implemented by lead agencies Panos Caribbean and the National Environmental Education Committee. It is funded by the Environmental Foundation of Jamaica, Christian Aid, the Bureau of Standards, the Meteorological Office of Jamaica and other critical sponsors.