Wildfire near Carlentini (Jul 21)
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Imagery: Sentinel-2 (Copernicus). Drag to compare smoke vs. infrared.
Heat detections: NASA FIRMS (last 48h).
Burning across other natural land and agricultural areas near Carlentini, Italy, a wildfire burned for 18 days after starting on July 21, 2026. The blaze ultimately consumed 1,602 hectares, which translates to approximately 3,959 acres, averaging a daily growth of roughly 89 hectares per day before finally being brought to an end.
This incident unfolds during the region's typical fire season, which runs from June to October. The wider landscape reflects a particularly severe period for the country, with 75,844 hectares burned so far in 2026, tracking 33 percent above the two-decade average.
In context
This wildfire burned in Italy for 45 days. In total it burned about 1,602 ha (3,959 acres) — around 16 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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