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Forest fire in Namibia ( 21555ha)

Forest fire in Namibia

Time
8/23/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-18.530, 20.731
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
21,555 ha
Country
Namibia

Event timeline

  1. 9/6/2026, 8:16:06 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 21555ha)
  2. 9/6/2026, 12:31:42 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 21444ha)
  3. 9/5/2026, 9:03:04 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 21399ha)
  4. 9/5/2026, 6:02:59 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 18872ha)
  5. 9/5/2026, 12:46:14 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 18631ha)
  6. 9/4/2026, 9:05:12 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 18619ha)
  7. 9/4/2026, 8:02:31 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 18302ha)
  8. 9/3/2026, 10:16:07 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 18239ha)
  9. 9/2/2026, 11:46:05 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 17347ha)
  10. 9/1/2026, 10:03:01 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 16935ha)
  11. 9/1/2026, 4:32:00 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 16488ha)
  12. 9/1/2026, 3:32:56 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 16474ha)
  13. 8/31/2026, 7:31:11 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 16451ha)
  14. 8/31/2026, 11:31:53 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 15563ha)
  15. 8/30/2026, 11:31:43 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 15511ha)
  16. 8/29/2026, 7:31:26 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 13824ha)
  17. 8/28/2026, 7:16:21 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 11941ha)
  18. 8/28/2026, 11:16:39 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 10119ha)
  19. 8/28/2026, 7:16:40 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 10117ha)
  20. 8/27/2026, 11:31:35 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Namibia ( 9590ha)
  21. 8/27/2026, 7:16:56 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Namibia ( 7842ha)

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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