Weather tracker: extreme heat hits Brazil, fuelling risk of wildfires
Briefly

The unrelenting heat in Brazil will see temperatures soaring 5C to 10C above average, potentially reaching up to 40C, amplifying wildfire risks significantly.
Over the past week, about 2,700 fires have decimated more than 59,000 hectares in Sao Paulo, marking the worst fire season in decades across the region.
Authorities report 53,620 fire spots in the Amazon this year alone, an alarming 83% increase compared to the same period last year, indicating a dire situation.
Smoke from wildfires in Sao Paulo has affected residents, causing health issues like coughing and eye irritation amidst the ongoing environmental crisis.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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