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Bushfire Crisis - Coggle Diagram
Bushfire Crisis
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Wildlife
The fires affected nearly 3 billion animals, and the threats faced by over 1,700 species, including 500 wildlife species officially listed as threatened.
Australia's nature laws are undergoing a once-in-10-year review, raising concerns about habitat protection for threatened species.
More than 7.6 million hectares of threatened species habitat were destroyed in the 20 years since the EPBC Act came into force.
Koalas, already listed as 'vulnerable,' faced increased risks, and conservation efforts are underway to uplist them to 'endangered' due to severe population declines worsened by the bushfires.
Forestation/Habitat
The destruction of native forests and woodlands, emphasises the critical need to protect trees and restore lost habitats.
The 2019-20 up to 12.6 million hectares were burnt down, primarily comprising forests and woodlands.
Health Impacts
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5.1 million Australian adults suffered negative health impacts, with the highest reported in NSW (35%) and Victoria (29%).
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Climate Impacts
Climate change, while not causing bushfires, intensified their frequency and severity, with Australia experiencing more intense heatwaves and prolonged dry periods.
Record-breaking temperatures across Australia in December 2019, with an average maximum of 40.9 °C and a subsequent peak of 41.9 °C, created ideal conditions for the devastating bushfires.
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