Brazil's Amazon Experiences Worst Wildfire Surge in 20 Years

Historic drought and human activity drive record-breaking fires across the Amazon, Pantanal, and Cerrado regions.

The Amazon recorded 13,489 wildfires in the first half of 2024, a 61% increase from last year.
The Pantanal wetlands saw a 2,000% rise in wildfires, with 3,538 incidents reported.
The Cerrado savanna experienced 13,229 wildfires, nearly matching the Amazon's total.
Experts attribute the surge to climate change, historic drought, and agricultural burning.
Efforts to combat deforestation have improved, but wildfires continue to escalate.