Three Mountain Lion Cubs, Rescued From California Wildfires, Find New Home With Help From FedEx
Published 12-17-20
Submitted by FedEx Corporation
The 2020 California wildfire season brought unprecedented destruction. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), California experienced 9,639 fires, burning more than 4 million acres of land. These statistics not only beat the previous year (6,872 fires and 1.4 million acres burned), but also the 5-year average, which sits at 5,674 fires and 446,052 acres burned.
“The intensity and the frequency of the wildfires is definitely affecting wildlife, not just humans,” explained Dr. Alex Herman, Vice President of Veterinary Services, Oakland Zoo.
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