Trees Forever, an organization dedicated to planting and caring for trees, issued a statement in response to the devastating derecho storm that struck in 2020. The storm caused widespread destruction, significantly impacting the tree canopy across affected regions. Trees Forever emphasized the critical role that trees play in community resilience and environmental health. They highlighted the importance of restoring and replanting trees to mitigate future damage and enhance ecosystem services such as air quality improvement, carbon sequestration, and stormwater management.
The organization also stressed the need for collaborative efforts involving local governments, community groups, and volunteers to replant and care for the damaged trees. They called for increased funding and resources to support these restoration efforts and underscored the long-term benefits of maintaining healthy urban and rural forests.
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