2022 Research Brief
Description
In a new study, USGS scientists and partners have found extensive drought-caused dieback in Southern California shrublands that subsequently burned in large wildfires.
Contact
For more information, contact jon_keeley@usgs.gov.
Additional Information
Keeley, J.E., Brennan, T.J., Syphard, A.D. 2022. The effects of prolonged drought on vegetation dieback and megafires in southern California chaparral. Ecosphere 2022;e4203.