Bigger and more-frequent wildfires threaten water supplies across the US
Summary
Larger and more frequent wildfires threaten water supplies across the United States. Charred trees and scorched vegetation can affect streams and rivers that provide drinking water, and contamination may last more than a decade.Key Facts
- Wildfires can leave charred trees behind.
- Wildfires can scorch vegetation.
- Charred trees and scorched vegetation can affect streams and rivers.
- Streams and rivers provide drinking water to much of the United States.
- Contamination after wildfires may persist for more than a decade.
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