California lost as many as 1.3 million Joshua trees in the 2020 Dome Fire

California scientists developed digital tools to map fire damage in the Mojave National Preserve.

These new software programs help park managers focus restoration work on vulnerable desert plants.

The tools assist in assessing post-fire conditions and developing recovery plans for affected areas.

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