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Oct 16, 2026 at 4:12 PM ET
Brazilian Amazon deforestation falls to record low
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Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon fell nearly 42% to its lowest level since records began in 1988, according to new government data, covering August 2025 to July 2026. The decline comes ahead of Brazil’s presidential runoff on Oct. 25, when candidates have sharply different visions for the rainforest.
WHO: Brazilian government
WHAT: Brazilian government data showed deforestation in the Amazon fell nearly 42% to a record low.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 3:55 PM ET
WHERE: Brazil
WHY: The reason for the decline was not reported.
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