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Drought-Weakened Trees Could Pose Danger This Winter

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The forecasts of a strong El Nino this winter mean California could go from drought to floods. But that doesn't mean damage hasn't already been done. For example, millions of trees have been starving for water and are now dead or dying. These weakened trees may not make it through a wet winter -- and could be a totally separate hazard.

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