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Wildfires Double in Amazonas in 2026, but Number Remains Below Historical Average

The number of fire outbreaks in Amazonas has more than doubled in 2026. The state recorded 7,815 outbreaks between January 1 and October 12, up 116% from 3,611 during the same period in 2025, according to Inpe's Fire Monitoring Program. Smoke has been choking Manaus for weeks. One-third of the outbreaks recorded over the past month were in the capital's metropolitan region, particularly in…

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