South American Fires in 2020

The fire season in South America spans several ecosystems and has far-reaching consequences.
Fierce Fires in Bolivia
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Fierce Fires in Bolivia

For the second year in a row, fires have been widespread and persistent in the South American country.

Published Oct 15, 2020

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Fires Char the Pantanal
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Fires Char the Pantanal

Drought-parched wetlands in South America have been burning for weeks.

Published Sep 17, 2020

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A New Tool for Tracking Amazon Fires
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A New Tool for Tracking Amazon Fires

Following a notable increase in fire activity in August 2019 and a gradual rise in deforestation, scientists have been watching for signs of how 2020 might shape up. Several worrisome signs have emerged.

Published Aug 19, 2020

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A Fiery Month in Zulia
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A Fiery Month in Zulia

After dry weather parched the soil and vegetation, large fires burned in the northwestern Venezuela state.

Published Apr 28, 2020

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Fire in the Pantanal
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Fire in the Pantanal

Even during the wet season, fires can burn in the large wetland region in southwestern Brazil.

Published Mar 10, 2020

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