The second annual State of Wildfires report, published in Earth System Science Data, tracks global wildfire activity from March 2024 to February 2025—revealing that carbon emissions reached 2.2 Pg C, 9% above average, despite a smaller burned area overall. The season was marked by devastating fires in South America’s rainforests and wetlands, Canada’s boreal forests, and Southern California, where climate change amplified extreme fire weather up to 70 times in some regions.
The study integrates advanced fire observations and modelling with regional expertise to assess causes, impacts, and future risks, providing crucial insights for preparedness, adaptation, and mitigation.
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