These Trees Wreaked Havoc During Storms. Hawaiʻi Is Fed Up

Hawaiʻi residents are calling for better management of invasive, fast-growing trees like albizia. These trees are prone to breaking during storms, causing significant damage across the islands.
As the islands brace for yet another hurricane, community members push for better management of albizia and other fast-growing invasive species that break easily.
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