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How the world’s fires changed while humanity hit pause

Ars Technica • Sun, 15 Nov 2026

COVID-19 lockdowns cut global fire activity by 12.3 percent.

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COVID-19 lockdowns cut global fire activity by 12.3 percent.

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COVID-19 lockdowns cut global fire activity by 12.3 percent.

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