Why certain areas in San Diego have more trees than other parts of the city
The American Forests study shows that many parts of San Diego have Tree Equity scores in the 70s and 80s, whereas Barrio Logan is at 46.
Author: Shawn Styles (Weather)
Updated: 8:07 PM PDT June 29, 2021
SAN DIEGO — If you've ever watched me do the weather, you've heard me say, "the Urban Heat Island," well, Barrio Logan is in the middle of that.
A new study out by American Forests says the lack of green space and trees can make those conditions worse.
I spoke with Julie Corrales, a policy advocate with the Environmental Health Coalition.