Fires in Democratic Republic of Congo

In Democratic Republic of Congo south of the equator, the annual fire season was underway in mid-May 2010.
Fires in Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Fires in Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo

Acquired June 3, 2010, this natural-color image shows fires burning throughout Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Published Jun 8, 2010

Atmosphere Land Fires Human Presence

Fires in Democratic Republic of Congo
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Fires in Democratic Republic of Congo

Hundreds of active fires (location marked in red) were burning in southern Democratic Republic of Congo and northeastern Angola on May 13, 2010, a sign that the agricultural burning season was in full swing.

Published May 13, 2010

Atmosphere Land Life Fires Human Presence