13,000-year-old oak tree granted protection from development: 'Can't be found anywhere else in the world'

13,000-year-old oak tree granted protection from development: 'Can't be found anywhere else in the world'

One of the world's oldest living plants has received a major new layer of protection in Southern California — a hopeful reminder that even fast-growing communities can still make room for irreplaceable natural and cultural landmarks. After years of debate in Jurupa Valley, a revised agreement tied to the sprawling Rio Vista development project will leave nearly 55 acres around an ancient Palmer's oak as protected open space, SFGate reported. The…