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Droughts weaken even Switzerland's high-altitude forests
Original: Even high-altitude forests in Switzerland are now weakened by frequent droughts, making natural hazards more dangerous
New research from Frontiers reports that frequent droughts are now weakening even high-altitude forests in Switzerland, which were previously considered relatively protected from climate stress. The decline in tree health reduces the forests' protective role against natural hazards such as avalanches, rockfall and landslides, making these dangers more likely in mountain regions.
Why now: Fresh research highlights how climate change is extending drought damage to mountain forests once thought resilient, raising concerns about increased natural hazards.
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