Fire can destroy peatlands. But in Australia, it can also help protect them

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Jul 28, 2026, 12:00 pm73 ptsTrending
Peatlands are the unsung heroes of nature. These ancient wetlands form when dead and decaying plants partly decompose in wet, low-oxygen conditions. Over thousands of years, this plant material builds up and turns into a dark, soil-like substance known as peat.

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