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In the summer of 2000, the landscape of Jewel Cave National Monument and the surrounding Black Hills National Forest was forever changed by the Jasper Fire. fueled by drought and high winds, this devastating wildfire in 2000 became one of the largest in the region’s history, and its far-reaching impacts continue to be studied today.Explore this detailed account of the Jasper Fire to understand its origin, the challenges faced by firefighters, and the long-term ecological effects on this protected area.
Wildfire in 2000 – the Jasper Fire. https://www.nps.gov/jeca/learn/nature/jasperfire.htm.
