{"id":163773,"date":"2025-08-19T01:05:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T01:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/fires-have-already-devastated-344000-hectares-in-spain-this-information-can-be-verified-through-satellites-and-maps-available-for-public-consultation\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T01:05:24","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T01:05:24","slug":"fires-have-already-devastated-344000-hectares-in-spain-this-information-can-be-verified-through-satellites-and-maps-available-for-public-consultation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/fires-have-already-devastated-344000-hectares-in-spain-this-information-can-be-verified-through-satellites-and-maps-available-for-public-consultation\/","title":{"rendered":"Fires have already devastated 344,000 hectares in Spain. This information can be verified through satellites and maps available for public consultation."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Although the \u00a0heat wave\u00a0 that has enveloped Spain for days is beginning to wane, as noted by the State Meteorology Agency (AEMET), the situation remains dire with \u00a0forest fires\u00a0 still raging across the country. <\/p>\n

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This year, over 344,400 hectares have burned<\/strong><\/a> in Spain. This unfortunate milestone makes 2025 one of the worst years for forest fires in Europe in the last two decades.<\/p>\n

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Given the escalating situation, many are understandably concerned about the evolving fires. The reality is that the \u00a0fire outbreaks\u00a0 are continuously shifting. Nevertheless, there are technological tools that provide \u00a0open and accessible information\u00a0 to both the public and authorities.<\/p>\n

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Among the most effective resources are the Google Maps crisis alert system<\/a> and the emergency viewfinder from the Copernicus Program of the European Union<\/a>. These tools are available for free, enabling users to monitor the evolving situations in real time.<\/p>\n

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Fire Outbreaks in Spain<\/h2>\n
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Mellid Deza and Land Fire Outbreaks<\/span>\n<\/div>\n

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\n Focus in Limos Land<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Fire Outbreaks in El Bierzo, Asturias and Villablino<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Fire Outbreaks in Valle del Nal\u00f3n, Bo\u00f1ar-Cistierna, Asturias<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Fire Outbreaks in Ourense and Surroundings<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Focus in Extremadura<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Focus in C\u00e1ceres and Surroundings<\/span>\n<\/div>\n
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\n Fire Outbreaks in Le\u00f3n and Surroundings<\/span>\n<\/div>\n

How to See Active Forest Fires on Google Maps<\/h2>\n

Google Maps is a commonly used application, yet many users remain unaware of its full capabilities. To view \u00a0active forest fires\u00a0, open the mobile app or visit maps.google.com<\/a> and click on the layer icon located in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n

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In the Map type<\/em> section, no changes are needed. Instead, navigate to the Map details<\/em> section and select the \u00a0Forest Fire\u00a0 option.<\/p>\n

The system will display affected areas along with crucial information, such as the \u00a0severity\u00a0 and the date of the latest update. Clicking on any marked area, such as Ourense, allows users to access detailed information including the \u00a0estimated perimeter\u00a0 and links to official sources and related articles.<\/p>\n

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Google Maps goes beyond merely marking locations; it incorporates \u00a0AI and satellite imagery\u00a0 to effectively identify and define forest fires. This uses a \u00a0Deep Learning\u00a0 model trained with satellite data from sources like GOES-16, GOES-18, and Himawari-9, among others.<\/p>\n

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Moreover, it relies on sensors such as MODIS (from the Aqua and Terra satellites) and VIIRS (aboard the Suomi NPP and JPSS-1 satellites). This wealth of data is processed using \u00a0superresolution techniques\u00a0 to accurately identify active hotspots and update maps promptly.<\/p>\n

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How to Consult Active Forest Fires in Copernicus<\/h2>\n

For users interested in the Copernicus system, access it via the Current Situation Viewer<\/a> available at forest-fire.emergency.copernicus.eu\/applications<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The viewer is quite user-friendly. On the left side, locate the \u00a0Rapid Damage Assessment\u00a0 section and select the \u00a0Active Fire\u00a0 layer.<\/p>\n

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There are two selectable data sources:<\/p>\n