Fire and drought may push Amazonian forests beyond tipping point

Future simulations of climate in the Amazon suggest a longer dry season leading to more drought and fires. Scientists have published a new study on the impacts of fire and drought on Amazon tree mortality. Their article found that prolonged droughts caused more intense and widespread wildfires, which consumed more forests in Amazonia than previously understood.

For the full article: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/04/140414154448.htm