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El Capitan speed climber Jake Whisenant dies after Sequoia fall

Elite climber Jake Whisenant, 30, died from blunt-force trauma after a fall at Sequoia National Park. A record-setting climber on El Capitan, he notched a 2:55:32 speed ascent on Lurking Fear in Oct 2024 and, in May, climbed the Nose route twice in one day with Noah Fox, finishing in 14:38. His death was confirmed by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office, and friends mourn him while psychologist Michael Gervais discusses the mental demands of elite climbing.

via Fox News|

#el-capitan #jake-whisenant #rock-climbing

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"World's Largest Tree, General Sherman, Passes Health Check Amid Climate Concerns"

Researchers scaled General Sherman, the world's largest tree, in California's Sequoia National Park to inspect for bark beetles, an emerging threat to giant sequoias. The 2,200-year-old tree was found to be healthy and free of beetle infestation. However, scientists are increasingly concerned about the impact of climate change, which has made sequoias more vulnerable to beetles, drought, and wildfires. The inspection was part of a broader effort to monitor and protect these ancient trees.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#bark-beetles #climate-change #environment

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"World's Largest Trees Endure Climate Threats Despite General Sherman's Health"

Researchers have confirmed that General Sherman, the world's largest tree, is currently healthy and free from bark beetle infestations. However, giant sequoias face increasing threats from climate change, including extreme heat, drought, and wildfires, which have already killed a significant number of these ancient trees. Scientists are now also concerned about bark beetles, which have recently begun to kill weakened sequoias. Efforts are underway to monitor and protect these iconic trees using both direct inspections and advanced technologies like drones and satellite imagery.

via The Associated Press|

#bark-beetles #climate-change #environment