2021 Brazil Pantanal wildfires, covering 32,000 hectares, up 935% from last year, spur state-federal collaboration for prevention.
Wildfires in Brazil's Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetland, have destroyed almost 32,000 hectares in Mato Grosso do Sul due to scarce rainfall and early start of wildfire season. This year's fires are 935% higher than the same period last year. Brazil's federal government plans to collaborate with state governments to combat the wildfires and prevent them from occurring.
June 10, 2024
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