6 years ago
Olympics Big Loser: 'Sacred' South Korean Forest Razed For Ski Complex
The 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics have not even begun yet but there is already a big loser if you ask environmentalists: a "sacred" South Korean forest razed to accommodate a new competitive ski complex. Thousands of trees came down from the slopes of Mount Gariwang in the northeastern province of Gangwon to make room for the new Jeongseon Alpine Center. Despite the event organizers' assurances that trees would be replaced once the games are complete, opponents remain skeptical.
Continue Reading
https://weather.com
Join the Discussion