Wildfire
Ongoing alert in Brazil — started August 26, 2026 at 4:53 AM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
A large-scale wildfire has been detected in Marcelândia, Brazil, with 201 active hot spots identified by satellite. The fire was first detected on 26 August and covers an affected radius of approximately 5 km. The severity is classified as extreme.
If you are currently in or near Marcelândia, you may experience smoke, reduced air quality, and potential evacuation orders. Stay alert to local announcements and be prepared to leave the area if instructed by authorities. Avoid outdoor activities and keep windows and doors closed to minimise smoke exposure. Monitor local news and official channels for updates on fire progression and evacuation routes.
Follow all instructions from local emergency services and health authorities. If you experience respiratory difficulties or health concerns related to smoke exposure, contact local health services immediately. Information is sourced from FIRMS (official fire monitoring systems).
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 26, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Related event attachedCritical
August 27, 2026 at 7:54 AM
UpdateHigh
August 27, 2026 at 5:17 AM
Related event attachedHigh
August 27, 2026 at 5:16 AM
UpdateHigh
August 26, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Severity escalatedCritical
August 26, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Related event attachedHigh
August 26, 2026 at 7:46 PM
UpdateHigh
August 26, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Alert raisedHigh
August 26, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Related events in this alert
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (292 points chauds)
6 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (202 points chauds)
13 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (199 points chauds)
8 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (138 points chauds)
8 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (190 points chauds)
11 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (263 points chauds)
11 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (132 points chauds)
9 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (359 points chauds)
10 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (233 points chauds)
13 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Nova Santa Helena (124 points chauds)
17 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Cláudia (255 points chauds)
8 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (115 points chauds)
11 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (137 points chauds)
13 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Nova Santa Helena (144 points chauds)
20 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (211 points chauds)
7 days ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (373 points chauds)
25 hours ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (138 points chauds)
25 hours ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (503 points chauds)
18 hours ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — União do Sul (276 points chauds)
18 hours ago
Incendie détecté par satellite — Marcelândia (624 points chauds)
13 hours ago
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3 days ago · NASA FIRMS
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13 hours ago · NASA FIRMS
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Affected areas
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