National parks across the United States are currently undergoing tough times. First, shutdowns took place; now, parks are up in flames as closures continue .
More closures are expected , with funding currently frozen due to the government shutdown.
Along with funding uncertainty, parks are experiencing other forms of turmoil. We just saw a wildfire spread, which parks have constantly warned about the effects of climate change. However, it appears as though those same climate change warnings may be changing at national parks, as information and signs continue to be removed.
At Acadia National Park, several changes have taken place , and now lawmakers are stepping in to restore the park's identity.
Here's a closer look at the changes that took place, and what the lawmakers are now p