Forest fires have ravaged parts of the Russian Federation and Kazakhstan from September 5 to September 8, 2026, causing significant ecological damage.

The fires, exacerbated by dry conditions and high temperatures, have affected vast areas of forestland in both countries, leading to severe air quality issues and loss of wildlife habitat.

Historically vulnerable to wildfires due to climate change, these regions face long-term challenges including soil degradation and increased risk of future blazes.