Amazon Rainforest Faces Severe Wildfire Crisis

Carlos Nobre, a leading climate scientist, warns that the Amazon rainforest faces existential danger due to unprecedented drought and wildfires, primarily started by humans for agricultural purposes, with 80% of Brazil now affected by smoke. In a contrasting initiative, the 'Visit Brasil – Amazon Gallery' in New York showcased the Amazon's cultural richness and emphasized tourism's role in preserving this vital ecosystem. National Geographic is also promoting awareness through its digital experience 'Into the Amazon,' which features stunning visuals of the region captured by explorers. Recent studies reveal that wildfires from June to August in Brazil emitted 31.5 million tons of CO2, marking a 60% increase in greenhouse gas emissions compared to last year. The ongoing destruction is expected to lead to further emissions for years to come, as the forest becomes more vulnerable to future fires. As climate change intensifies, the urgent need for preservation and sustainable practices in the Amazon has never been clearer.