Satellite-detected wildfire near -17.23, 21.34: 1239 detections in 48 h, cumulated power 20026 MW, estimated affected area ~136 km², fire intensifying.
Affected area: about 136 km² (accumulated 375 m satellite pixels — order of magnitude; the actually burnt area may differ).
Intensity: peak of 215.3 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 24/08 11:55 UTC to 26/08 00:45 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.