Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (CA)
Large Marijuana Plantation Eradicated
On Wednesday, September 29th, rangers removed an illegal marijuana plot with a total of 13,077 plants worth over $52 million from Sequoia National Park. They also found several hazardous materials that can cause harm to the natural environment at the site, including trash, fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. The plot is believed to have ties to a Mexican drug trafficking organization. No arrests have been made yet. An investigation is ongoing.