Fires and pests threaten 90% of Mediterranean forests

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• ⬤ Fires and forest pests threaten Mediterranean forests, with a potential doubling of disturbances by 2100 if greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced. The Mediterranean region, including Catalonia, is among the most vulnerable areas, with nearly 9% of the population susceptible to pests due to high warming. Forest fires and pests can lead to a reduction in old-growth forests and increase young, less resilient forests.