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Forest fire in Angola ( 33573ha)

Forest fire in Angola

Time
8/24/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-17.405, 20.351
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
33,573 ha
Country
Angola

Event timeline

  1. 9/8/2026, 9:16:14 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 33573ha)
  2. 9/8/2026, 12:31:44 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 32442ha)
  3. 9/7/2026, 9:31:34 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 32265ha)
  4. 9/7/2026, 5:31:43 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 27016ha)
  5. 9/6/2026, 8:16:32 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 27001ha)
  6. 9/5/2026, 9:03:04 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 25106ha)
  7. 9/5/2026, 8:02:58 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 13074ha)
  8. 9/5/2026, 12:04:36 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 12809ha)
  9. 9/4/2026, 8:46:12 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 12779ha)
  10. 9/3/2026, 10:02:59 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Angola ( 10753ha)
  11. 9/2/2026, 11:46:05 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 9653ha)
  12. 9/1/2026, 9:47:15 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 7356ha)
  13. 8/31/2026, 7:31:11 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Angola ( 5859ha)

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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