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Forest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 10491ha)

Forest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo

Time: 8/31/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC
Coordinates: -3.915, 17.274
Data source: gdacs
Alert level: Green
Burned area: 10,491 ha
Country: The Democratic Republic of Congo

Event timeline

9/7/2026, 7:46:08 PM UTC
SignificantForest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 10491ha)
9/6/2026, 7:16:23 PM UTC
MinorForest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 5761ha)
9/5/2026, 7:31:44 PM UTC
MinorForest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 5699ha)
9/4/2026, 11:16:08 PM UTC
MinorForest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 5425ha)
9/4/2026, 7:16:06 PM UTC
MinorForest fire in The Democratic Republic of Congo ( 5230ha)

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🧰 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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