Understanding wildfire's role in the ecosystem
While wildfires can be destructive, they also play an important role in many forest ecosystems. University of Minnesota forest ecologist Lee Frelich joins us to explain how wildfires reshape landscapes, support forest health, and influence future plant and wildlife growth.
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