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Forest fire in Angola ( 11331ha)

Forest fire in Angola

Time
8/10/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-10.311, 19.132
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
11,331 ha
Country
Angola

Event timeline

  1. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:04:05 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 11331ha)
  2. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:16:09 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 11278ha)
  3. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:03:03 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 9942ha)
  4. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:03:03 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 9586ha)
  5. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:46:56 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 9501ha)
  6. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:46:00 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 8582ha)
  7. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:46:44 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 8453ha)
  8. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:45:59 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 7918ha)
  9. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:31:16 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 7661ha)
  10. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:31:03 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 6981ha)
  11. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:32:54 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 6793ha)
  12. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:17:54 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 6181ha)
  13. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:17:55 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 6028ha)

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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