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Forest fire in Zambia ( 10091ha)

Forest fire in Zambia

Time
7/31/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-8.756, 30.028
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
10,091 ha
Country
Zambia

Event timeline

  1. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:48:03 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Zambia ( 10091ha)
  2. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:48:04 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 9636ha)
  3. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:48:02 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 8639ha)
  4. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:47:43 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 8457ha)
  5. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:46:35 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 8213ha)
  6. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:47:10 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 8109ha)
  7. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:45:57 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 8084ha)
  8. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:46:19 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 7484ha)
  9. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:32:53 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 7329ha)
  10. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:33:02 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 7065ha)
  11. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:30:49 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 6618ha)
  12. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 02:10:59 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 6571ha)
  13. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:20:46 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Zambia ( 6421ha)

Snapshots are recorded when the event first appears or its severity changes.

🧰 What to do

Before

  • Create defensible space: clear leaves and brush 30 ft from your home
  • Pack a go-bag: documents, medications, N95 masks, chargers
  • Know two evacuation routes out of your neighborhood

During

  • Evacuate immediately when ordered — don't wait
  • If trapped: call 911, stay inside away from outside walls
  • Wear an N95 mask; keep windows and vents closed

After

  • Return only when authorities say it's safe
  • Watch for hot spots, embers, and damaged power lines
  • Document damage with photos before cleaning up

Guidance condensed from Ready.gov

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