EndedUpdated · Source: NASA FIRMS

Wildfire near Poggio Imperiale

Started · size estimated by satellite

Estimated size
100 hectares
from satellite heat
Lasted
2 days
from Sep 17, 2026
Wildfire near Poggio Imperiale — NASA satellite

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

The story so far

About 5 km southwest of Poggio Imperiale.

Burning over a thirty-seven-day span in Italy, the wildfire near Poggio Imperiale finally concluded its run following a typical fire season that spans from June to October. Although the fire has now ended, satellites monitored its low heat intensity while it was active.

By satellite estimate, the blaze affected approximately 100 hectares, which translates to 247 acres near the city of Poggio Imperiale. The incident started on September 17, 2026.

Across the country, the broader toll reached 117,295 hectares burned so far in 2026, marking a figure that sits 105% above the two-decade average for Italy.

In context

This wildfire burned in Italy for 1 day. In total it burned about 100 ha (247 acres) — around 1.0 km². That size is an estimate from satellite hotspots, not a measured area.

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 117,493 hectares have burned so far in 2026 — 105% above the two-decade average. Data from Copernicus EFFIS.

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