Impacts of wildfire runoff on giant kelp in Malibu, California
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Abstract
This study investigates the effects of post-wildfire sediment runoff on giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) populations in Malibu, California, following the 2018 Woolsey Fire. The research utilizes satellite data and the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) to assess changes in sediment delivery and its correlation with reduced kelp abundance. Findings indicate a significant decrease in kelp canopy recovery, post-fire, with ongoing limited regrowth up to 2023. This study underscores the critical impacts of wildfire-induced sediment runoff on marine ecosystems and emphasizes the need for tailored coastal management and restoration strategies to mitigate these effects and support the resilience of kelp forests, which are vital for biodiversity and coastal ecosystem services.
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Berberian, L., Lee, C.M., Hestir, E., Cavanaugh, K.C., Lopez, A., Blackwood, C., and Avouris, D., 2024, Impacts of wildfire runoff on giant kelp in Malibu, California, 2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium, Athens, Greece, July 7-12, 2024, p. 5935-5939, https://doi.org/10.1109/IGARSS53475.2024.10642264.
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| Publication type | Conference Paper |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Conference Paper |
| Title | Impacts of wildfire runoff on giant kelp in Malibu, California |
| DOI | 10.1109/IGARSS53475.2024.10642264 |
| Year Published | 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | IEEE |
| Contributing office(s) | California Water Science Center |
| Description | 5 p. |
| First page | 5935 |
| Last page | 5939 |
| Conference Title | 2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium |
| Conference Location | Athens, Greece |
| Conference Date | July 7-12, 2024 |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| City | Malibu |