Deforestation is drying out the Amazon rainforest faster than previously thought

A new study published in the journal Nature reveals that deforestation is drying out the Amazon rainforest faster than previously thought. The study found that the southern Amazon, where most logging occurs, is experiencing an annual decline of 8% to 11% in precipitation, with between 52% and 72% of this drying directly linked to deforestation. The research team emphasizes that protecting the trees is crucial to mitigating the impact of deforestation on rainfall and preventing major Amazon dieback.