Wildfire near Riachão das Neves (Aug 14)

Satellites are picking up an intense heat signature at an active wildfire burning near Riachão das Neves, Brazil, where 15 thermal detections over the past 48 hours highlight the ongoing spread of the front. Having started on August 2026-08-14, the blaze has grown to consume 380 hectares, which equals 939 acres.

This incident unfolds during the region's typical fire season, which spans from August to October. Despite the seasonal activity, the broader national landscape shows a starkly lower total impact, with 2,684,309 hectares burned across the country so far in 2026—marking a figure that sits 91% below the two-decade average.