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Train tracks that link Santa Cruz and Corumba, Brazil are seen in an area where wildfires
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Train tracks that link Santa Cruz and Corumba, Brazil are seen in an area where wildfires
Train tracks that link Santa Cruz and Corumba, Brazil are seen in an area where wildfires have destroyed hectares of forest, near Robore, Bolivia, August 24, 2019. REUTERS/David Mercado - RC
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This striking print captures the train tracks that connect Santa Cruz and Corumba, two cities in Brazil, against a backdrop of devastation caused by raging wildfires. The image showcases the aftermath of these destructive fires that have ravaged hectares of lush forest near Robore, Bolivia. Taken on August 24,2019, by David Mercado for Reuters Images, this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the environmental challenges faced by our planet. The composition beautifully juxtaposes the man-made infrastructure represented by the railway tracks with nature's resilience and vulnerability. The charred remains of trees and scorched earth surrounding the tracks stand as haunting evidence of the ferocity unleashed by these wildfires. It is a poignant visual testament to both human impact on ecosystems and nature's ability to endure. David Mercado's lens skillfully captures not only destruction but also hope for renewal. Through his lens, we witness how life persists amidst adversity; small patches of greenery emerge from blackened terrain like symbols of resilience and regeneration. This thought-provoking image compels us to reflect upon our responsibility towards preserving our environment and combating climate change-induced disasters such as wildfires. It reminds us that urgent action is needed to protect fragile ecosystems like those devastated here—before they become mere memories captured in photographs like this one.
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