A tree is a symbol of strength, life and longevity. The irony is that decay starts from the inside out, from the heartwood and eventually reaching the roots. Moisture, warm climates, and oxygen rich exposure can accelerate a build up of fungi and bacteria. As a stump decays its structural instability can become a safety hazard, and it can release minerals into the ground causing soil degradation. It is an Earth Day reminder of the importance of environmental protections against pollution, deforestation, climate change, and the loss of biodiversity.

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