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Green forest fire notification in Zambia

On 14/09/2026, a forest fire started in Zambia, until 16/09/2026.

In plain language

A forest fire has been confirmed in Zambia starting on September 14, 2026. This event is currently rated at a low severity level as teams monitor the situation.

What is a wildfire? A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire that burns through natural areas like forests or grasslands. These fires often start during dry weather from lightning strikes or human activity. When the ground is covered in dry leaves and wood, the fire can spread quickly, fueled by wind and heat.

If you are nearby, stay indoors and close all windows to keep the smoky air from entering your home.

Location
Zambia
Started
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Last updated
2026-09-21 05:59
Severity
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Confidence
60/100

This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.

Timeline

09-18 00:42
Detected via GDACS feed โ€” Green forest fire notification in Zambiaโ€” GDACS

Sources

GDACSTier 1 ยท Official

Disaster alerts sourced from GDACS (Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System) โ€” European Union, CC BY 4.0.

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