Satellite-detected wildfire near -16.73, 36.33: 8964 detections in 48 h, cumulated power 113974 MW, estimated affected area ~863 km², fire intensifying.
Affected area: about 863 km² (accumulated 375 m satellite pixels — order of magnitude; the actually burnt area may differ).
Intensity: peak of 226.6 MW on a single detection; the fire is currently intensifying (comparing the last two 6-hour periods).
Smoke: current PM2.5 fine particles over the area: loading… (CAMS / Copernicus). Above 55 µg/m³, air is considered unhealthy.
Observed activity: from 15/09 10:21 UTC to 17/09 11:23 UTC (48-hour rolling window).
Automatic estimates derived from satellite detections. Precise assessments (evacuations, damage, official areas) are the responsibility of local authorities. In an emergency call your local emergency number.