Amazon fires surge 253% in two weeks, driven by climate, El Niño, and human activity

The number of fires in the Brazilian Amazon over the past two weeks is 253% higher than the same period last year, according to officials and scientists. The surge is attributed to a combination of climate change, El Niño, and human activity, though the specific role of each factor remains uncertain. This marks a significant acceleration in fire activity, raising concerns about deforestation and carbon emissions.