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Edinburgh’s Green Spaces Under Fire | Edinburgh News
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Edinburgh’s beloved green spaces are under siege as wildfires, fueled by the climate crisis, threaten iconic spots like Arthur’s Seat. Recent blazes—part of a worrying trend—have scorched gorse and grassland, releasing pollution and harming wildlife. Environmental groups warn that warmer, drier summers are making these areas more flammable, and without urgent action, fires will grow more frequent and severe. Campaigners are demanding that the city honor its climate and nature emergency pledges by investing in renewables, efficient housing, and public transport to protect these vital urban ecosystems for future generations.
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