Reported by the source

Wildfire.

Mozambique

Data freshness · Updated recently Latest successful check: 18/10/2026 14:00 ICT

Reported by the source

Green

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Countries / territories named in the source: Mozambique
Source update: 18/10/2026 10:13 ICT
Reported start: 05/10/2026 07:00 ICT
Reported end / forecast horizon: 17/10/2026 07:00 ICT
Reported coordinates: -16.387, 36.483

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Possible effects to investigate

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Possible effects to investigate

Air quality & outdoor work

If smoke reaches populated areas → outdoor activities, travel or working arrangements may change.

Evidence still needed

Air-quality measurements, wind direction and official local advice.

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Work & business income

If workplaces close or demand changes → working hours, sales or operating costs may change.

Evidence still needed

Employer announcements, actual facilities affected, insurance and recovery plans.

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Goods & transport

If roads, ports or production sites are disrupted → deliveries may take longer → costs may rise.

Evidence still needed

Confirmed closures, affected routes, delivery delays and freight rates.

What we cannot conclude yet

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Evidence and original wording

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Evidence and original wording

Green forest fire notification in Mozambique
On 05/10/2026, a forest fire started in Mozambique, until 17/10/2026.
Green impact for forestfire in 46894 ha

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Updates recorded by FineME

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Source report revised
Source update 18/10/2026 02:14 ICT · Recorded 18/10/2026 02:30 ICT
First received by FineME
Source update 17/10/2026 18:14 ICT · Recorded 17/10/2026 19:48 ICT

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