Historically, giant sequoias have coexisted with wildfire for thousands of years as thick bark normally insulates the inner wood from heat. According to the #ForestService, wildfires have destroyed nearly 20 percent of all giant #sequoia trees in the past two years amid ongoing drought, increased temperatures and fuel (vegetation) buildup. The massive trees can live for over 3,000 years and average between 180 to 250 feet in height. The Forest Service has begun emergency action to reduce fuels near unburned giant sequoia groves in the #SequoiaNationalForest, #California in an effort to reduce wildfire risks to the trees. l August 24, 2022 l 📸: mario_tama⁠ ⁠ #GettyNews #Wildfires #Environment