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Early snowmelt could accelerate Alaska’s wildfire seasons, UAF research says

19 Feb 2025
Alaska, United States
Research from the University of Alaska Fairbanks indicates that early snowmelt, driven by climate change, could lead to more extreme wildfire seasons in Alaska, with the southern regions experiencing earlier fire starts than usual.
Alaska Public Media / Lars Flora
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