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Forest fire in Brazil ( 24874ha)

Forest fire in Brazil

Time
8/12/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-14.454, -52.991
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
24,874 ha
Country
Brazil

Event timeline

  1. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:02:51 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 24874ha)
  2. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:16:20 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 18570ha)
  3. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:04:07 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 17325ha)
  4. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:04:05 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 17275ha)
  5. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:05:26 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 17042ha)
  6. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:03:04 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 14297ha)
  7. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:04:01 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 14228ha)
  8. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 04:03:55 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 13608ha)
  9. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:03:03 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 13428ha)
  10. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:47:32 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 10794ha)
  11. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:46:06 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 10424ha)
  12. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:46:56 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 10410ha)
  13. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:46:46 GMT
    SignificantForest fire in Brazil ( 10247ha)
  14. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:32:19 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Brazil ( 7042ha)
  15. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:31:16 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Brazil ( 6875ha)
  16. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:31:58 GMT
    MinorForest fire in Brazil ( 5051ha)

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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