Redwood National and State Parks - Redwood Ranger Minute: Fog in the Redwoods

The video discusses the role of fog in the Redwood National and State Parks. It explains how fog forms when warm air from the Pacific Ocean meets cold waters off Northern California, and how it provides water to redwoods and understory plants during dry summers. Fog helps keep redwoods cool and supplies significant water through condensation and root systems. However, fog levels have decreased over the past century, potentially affecting the forest's future. Despite this, fog remains crucial for the redwoods' survival, and visitors can still experience it today.

What natural phenomenon helps redwoods survive the dry summer months?

• Rainfall

• Fog

• Snow

• Dew

How do redwoods primarily receive water from fog?

• Direct absorption through bark

• Collection in tree hollows

• Condensation on needles and root absorption

• Absorption through leaves

What is the approximate amount of water a large redwood can release in a day?

• 100 gallons

• 200 gallons

• 500 gallons

• 1000 gallons

What has recent research indicated about fog levels in the Redwood Belt over the past century?

• Fog levels have fluctuated

• Fog levels have remained constant

• Fog levels have increased

• Fog levels have decreased

What might visitors experience when they visit the redwoods today?

• Constant sunshine

• A completely dry forest

• Frequent rain showers

• A chance to see fog