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How forest fires can lead to more global warming?

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When vegetation burns, the resulting release of stored carbon increases global warming. The more fires, the more carbon dioxide released, the more warming -- and the more warming, the morefires. The very fine soot, known as black carbon, that is released into the atmosphere by fires also contributes to warming.

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