Uncovering Positive Developments Amid the Wave of Negative News About Megafires in Brazil

Alexandre de Matos Martins Pereira; Danilo Bandini Ribeiro; Lara Steil; Maxwell da Rosa Oliveira; Francielli Bao; Bruno Henrique dos Santos Ferreira; Geraldo Alves Damasceno-Júnior; Fabio de Oliveira Roque

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Integrative Conservation ›› 2025, Vol. 4 ›› Issue (2) : 113 -115. DOI: 10.1002/inc3.70010

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Uncovering Positive Developments Amid the Wave of Negative News About Megafires in Brazil

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Despite the ongoing challenges posed by megafires in Brazil, significant progress has been made from such events. Key advancements include a better scientific understanding of fire dynamics, innovative public policies, and the implementation of effective integrated fire management (IFM) practices. These efforts have led to reduced wildfire frequency and intensity, improved biodiversity, and strengthened interinstitutional collaboration.

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Brazil / climate change / integrated fire management / megafires / national policy

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Alexandre de Matos Martins Pereira, Danilo Bandini Ribeiro, Lara Steil, Maxwell da Rosa Oliveira, Francielli Bao, Bruno Henrique dos Santos Ferreira, Geraldo Alves Damasceno-Júnior, Fabio de Oliveira Roque. Uncovering Positive Developments Amid the Wave of Negative News About Megafires in Brazil. Integrative Conservation, 2025, 4(2): 113-115 DOI:10.1002/inc3.70010

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