In a 2023 interview, United States Forest Service ecologist Gavin Jones described the Pyrocene as the era of increased fire activity driven by human activity, with wildfires in California being the most destructive in state history. Climate change is likely contributing to the worsening wildfires, as global temperatures reach record-breaking levels and the frequency and intensity of wildfires increase. The California fires are likely exacerbated by environmental factors such as severe drought, flammable vegetation, and hot winds, highlighting the connection between climate change and natural disasters like wildfires.
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Carney's ministers say Hong Kong's new arrest warrants for exiles a threat to Canadians' security
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree have condemned Hong Kong police's issuance of arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, claiming these actions threaten Canada's sovereignty and security. The activists are accused of violating Beijing's national security law, with police offering rewards for information leading to their capture. Want More Context? 🔎
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