A study claims that preventing forest fires is better than planting trees to save the Amazon.

An international research study concludes that preventing wildfires is a more effective strategy than planting new trees for preserving the Amazon rainforest. The findings indicate that conservation efforts must extend beyond stopping deforestation or engaging in reforestation.

The research arrives as severe environmental conditions, exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon expected in 2026, continue to threaten the Amazonian tropical forests, highlighting the critical need for proactive fire prevention measures.