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Green forest fire notification in Zambia, Zimbabwe

On 13/10/2026, a forest fire started in Zambia, Zimbabwe, until 20/10/2026.

In plain language

A forest fire has been confirmed in parts of Zambia and Zimbabwe between October 13 and October 20, 2026. This is a moderate event that local teams are watching closely to keep people safe.

What is a wildfire? A wildfire is an unplanned fire that burns through natural areas like forests or grasslands. It happens when heat, like lightning or a spark, meets dry fuel such as grass or trees. These fires can spread quickly if the weather is hot, dry, and windy.

Stay indoors with windows and doors closed to avoid breathing in smoke, and always follow instructions from local authorities.

Location
Zambia, Zimbabwe
Started
ue, 13 Oct 2026
Last updated
2026-10-20 21:13
Severity
โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹โ—‹ (2/5)
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

10-20 19:20
Detected via GDACS feed โ€” Green forest fire notification in Zambia, Zimbabweโ€” 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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