Forest Fire (5692 ha) in China 12 Jun 2024

Event summary

This forest fire can have a low humanitarian impact based on the and the affected population and their vulnerability.

GDACS ID WF 1019836
Countries: China
Start Date - Last detection*: 12 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024
Duration (days): 3
People affected: 0 in the burned area
Burned area: 5692 ha
More Info: Global Wildfire Information System

*(Last detection of the thermal anomaly of the fire)

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