Amazon deforestation accelerates as Brazil election nears political shift

Brazil faces increased forest burning as political changes threaten Amazon conservation efforts, compounding global climate concerns amid extreme weather events including record heat in Indonesia and early snow across North America.

First covered Oct 16, 2026 · 5:11 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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Appeared in: 2026-10-17 (#12) · 2026-10-18 (#18)

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