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Indonesia fires have burned nearly 2 million hectares: Monitor

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Briefings

A satellite analysis indicates that forest fires in Indonesia burned approximately 1.9 million hectares (4.7 million acres) between January and September 2026, causing a regional haze crisis. This represents a significant environmental impact during the specified period.

Key points

• Satellite imagery analysis tracked fires burning 1.9 million hectares (4.7 million acres) in Indonesia from January to September 2026.
• The monitoring period ended in September 2026, and the data reflects the cumulative area burned during this timeframe.

Context

Indonesia experienced a severe regional haze crisis driven by extensive forest fires. Satellite monitoring provided the primary data source for quantifying the burned area.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to satellite imagery analysis covering January to September 2026. The specific number of active fires at any given moment is not provided, and the total area burned may vary depending on the monitoring methodology.

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