Wildfire near Bivona (Jul 20)
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Imagery: Sentinel-2 (Copernicus). Drag to compare smoke vs. infrared.
Heat detections: NASA FIRMS (last 48h).
Burning across agricultural areas and sclerophyllous vegetation near Bivona, Italy, a 6,516 ha (16,101 acres) wildfire burned for 19 days following its start on July 20, 2026. The incident progressed at an average daily growth of approximately 343 ha/day before ultimately reaching an ended status.
This event unfolds against a broader national backdrop where 75,844 hectares have burned so far in 2026, marking a figure 33% above the two-decade average. Such activity aligns with the region's typical fire season, which traditionally spans from June to October.
In context
This wildfire burned in Italy for 45 days. In total it burned about 6,516 ha (16,101 acres) — around 65 km².
In the Northern Hemisphere, wildfire activity usually peaks during the warm, dry months — roughly May through October.
The bigger picture in Italy
Across Italy, roughly 105,137 hectares have burned so far in 2026 — 84% above the two-decade average. Data from Copernicus EFFIS.
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