Spread by Tornado

Ever considered this?

Tornadoes, windstorms pave way for lasting plant invasions

I hadn't.



Think about it...... think about it....... think about it......


"When tornadoes touch down, we brace for news of property damage, injuries, and loss of life, but the high-speed wind storms wreak environmental havoc, too. They can cut through massive swaths of forest, destroying trees and wildlife habitat, and opening up opportunities for invasive species to gain ground."

Ah ha!  When I first saw this news item, I thought it was going to relate to tornadoes sucking up weed seed, bugs, mold, etc. and depositing them onto new lands.  Nope.


Here's the full read:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/07/190718112420.htm


Grace & Peace & Love to you all -

Matt