Signs of Renewal
More than eight months after the CZU Lightning Complex Fire swept through Big Basin, signs of renewal can be seen. Wildflowers are blooming, charred redwoods are basal sprouting, and birds are chirping among the trees.
Although plants and animals are returning to Big Basin, the fire still isn’t completely out. In April, some areas in the backcountry rekindled due to dry and warm conditions. Fire and high winds impact when work crews are able to safely enter the park. So far workers have replaced 18 culverts, cut down over 3000 hazardous trees inside the park, and cleared several dirt roads and trails despite the dangerous conditions.
© CA State Parks. Photo by Max Whittaker.
