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Severe Drought Threatens Nova Scotia's Trees and Fall Foliage
9/9/2025
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Story summary
- Nova Scotia is experiencing severe drought, threatening tree health with minimal rain expected.
- Newly planted trees are especially at risk under these drought conditions.
- By late July, the Canadian Drought Monitor reported widespread drought across the province.
- Drought hampers trees' carbon dioxide absorption, potentially leading to dull fall foliage.
- Approximately 70% of Canada faced drought conditions by late July, affecting tree vitality.
