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Forest fire in Namibia ( 34492ha)

Forest fire in Namibia

Time
8/31/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates
-19.387, 20.261
Data source
gdacs
Alert level
Green
Burned area
34,492 ha
Country
Namibia

Event timeline

  1. 9/7/2026, 7:46:08 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 34492ha)
  2. 9/6/2026, 7:31:38 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 34319ha)
  3. 9/6/2026, 11:15:59 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 30187ha)
  4. 9/6/2026, 7:16:17 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 30139ha)
  5. 9/5/2026, 11:16:38 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 28835ha)
  6. 9/5/2026, 7:31:44 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 28808ha)
  7. 9/5/2026, 4:46:07 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 19295ha)
  8. 9/5/2026, 7:16:18 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 19263ha)
  9. 9/4/2026, 7:16:06 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 12378ha)
  10. 9/4/2026, 7:17:03 AM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 11094ha)
  11. 9/3/2026, 7:16:09 PM UTC
    SignificantForest fire in Namibia ( 11052ha)
  12. 9/2/2026, 7:17:30 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Namibia ( 8509ha)
  13. 9/2/2026, 11:16:17 AM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Namibia ( 6889ha)
  14. 9/1/2026, 11:16:21 PM UTC
    MinorForest fire in Namibia ( 6828ha)

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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