Nobody can say exactly how many, but trees in Balboa Park are dying, according to park advocates and city officials.

Years without hard rain have weakened the trees, many of which do not belong in this climate to begin with. Now, the drought is making that painfully clear.

The city, which operates the park, is working to save some of the trees, mainly those in the heart of the park. The city is going to leave many, however, to die. Casual tourists may not notice anything amiss, if all goes according to that plan.

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