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Alas, any forest in the path of a volcanic eruption is beyond our ability to protect (for now). Perhaps one day, we will be able to do so.
by chasil 2y ago
Alas, any forest in the path of a volcanic eruption is beyond our ability to protect (for now).
Perhaps one day, we will be able to do so.
- lukasb 2y agoIf you RTFA, they said that old growth forests managed to recover from the eruption.
- chasil 2y agoI did read the fine article, but the eruption there only deposited (high-temperature?) ash. In more extreme eruptions that involve molten lava or other more violent impacts, you will certainly agree that protection cannot be offered.
- BigGreenJorts 2y agoAllowing the forest to face an eruption, uninhibited, is probably what will keep it old. Most of these truly old ecosystems have developed with natural disasters common to the area in mind. Trees have to function on a centuries long timeline.
- sliken 2y agoThat would be selfish and terrible. The most productive farming in the USA is largely because of previous volcanic eruptions. Similarly the water cycle, subduction, earthquakes, floods, fires, and carbon cycle are what keeps soil healthy and allows for nutritious food. If you remove all that you end up with MUCH more energy intensive agriculture and an economic incentive to cheap out.