Reuters cited surveillance data showing 1,679 fires in two weeks, more than double the same period a year earlier, and reported concerns over dry conditions.
Fire activity rose sharply in Brazil’s Amazonas state during the first half of October. The linked original report carries the source publication date shown above and provides the full account, named sources and any subsequent updates.
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