Wildfires in Roraima, Brazil
In the Brazilian region of Roraima, the fight against rampant wildfires is intensifying as authorities battle more than 600 hotspots reported since the beginning of February, according to The National Institute for Space Research of Brazil. The area, known for its dense forests and unique biodiversity, is facing a serious threat to its ecosystems and population. Efforts to contain the blazes are underway, with firefighters and local communities joining forces to fight the wildfires and mitigate the consequences.
A large smoke cloud generated from the fires near the city of Boa Vista is visible on this image acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 21 February.
Copernicus open data provides crucial information on the impacts of wildfires thanks to its satellite imagery and emergency mapping products.
