Wildfire near Maluku Barat Daya (Nov 13), Indonesia (2026)

Wildfire near Maluku Barat Daya (Nov 13) — NASA satellite

Yesterday's image: fire shows in orange and red. NASA MODIS

The story so far

A moderate heat signature detected by satellites marks the active progress of a wildfire in Maluku Barat Daya, Indonesia, which began on November 13, 2026, during the dry season. Satellites have recorded seven heat detections in the past 48 hours, pointing to the current spread across the area.

Based on the number of satellite hotspots, the fire is roughly estimated to cover 150 hectares, or about 371 acres. While this localized event continues to burn, the broader landscape in Indonesia faces severe fire activity, with 8,845,108 hectares burned so far in 2026, a figure that stands 148% above the two-decade average.

In context

This wildfire has been burning in Indonesia for 1 day. So far it has affected roughly 150 ha (371 acres) — about 1.5 km². That size is an estimate from satellite hotspots, not a measured area.

Close to the tropics, fires tend to follow the dry season and are often linked to land-clearing rather than a single summer peak.