Forest Fire (5071 ha) in India, Bangladesh 10 Apr 2026

Event summary

Forest fire can have a low humanitarian impact based on the burned area and the affected population and their vulnerability.

GDACS ID WF 1028324
Countries: India, Bangladesh
Start Date - Last detection*: 10 Apr 2026 - 13 Apr 2026
Duration (days): 3
People affected: 605 in the burned area
Burned area: 5071 ha
More Info: Global Wildfire Information System

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

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