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Wildfire
United States of America
On 26 August 2026, a media report indicated that the Ross Fire, which began on 24 August in Palo Pinto County, Texas, had burned approximately 80,000 acres (about 32,000 hectares) and was 12% contained. The fire affected areas of Palo Pinto and Jack counties and prompted the evacuation of approximately 630 homes and the closure of schools. Structures were reported damaged or destroyed, while firefighting operations remained ongoing. Information available from: CBS News
Severe Weather
Costa Rica (Update)
On 26 August 2026, a media report indicated that Costa Rica concluded an aerial operation to deliver food to 860 families in indigenous territories affected by recent heavy rains. Four temporary shelters remained operational, housing 96 people. According to the report, soils remained saturated in several areas, while the flood emergency remained in effect in nine areas of the country. Information available from: Infobae