FT/Z – 55% of island affected by fire

[SITUATION UPDATE by TAAF] – 

The fire that has been raging on Amsterdam Island, in the French Southern and Antarctic Territories, since January 15, 2025, has affected an estimated area of ​​2,578 hectares, or nearly 55% of the island. The reconnaissance mission carried out on the island at the end of February revealed that, despite the passage of two storms, numerous hot spots persist and are likely to rekindle the fire, particularly in peatland areas.

Read the full assessment here. 

* image used courtesy TAAF