For Mongolia, affected by wildfires.
We turn each person’s compassion into strength for recovery.
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Individuals, companies, and organizations are all welcome.
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Actual observation images of the Numrug Protected Area are shown with the dates they were captured and their sources. These are reference materials based on satellite imagery, not photos of firefighting on the ground.
October 5, 2026, 11:04 (UTC+8)
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Tap to enlargeA Sentinel-2C satellite image showing the grassland before the fire. It shows the same area as the later image, allowing you to compare changes in the location.
Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2026／Sentinel-2 L2A・ESA L2A TCI（20m overview）, via Element84 Earth Search. © OpenStreetMap contributors（ODbL）. OSM attribution
Image created by: ringsaturn／CC BY 4.0. Changes: converted to WebP format only. No additions, color adjustments, or cropping.
Sources and explanation of observation dataOctober 20, 2026, 10:57 (UTC+8)
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Tap to enlargeA Sentinel-2B image showing the same area after the fire. Dark brown burned areas are visible. The white area to the east is cloud, and the black areas also include cloud shadows.
Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2026／Sentinel-2 L2A・ESA L2A TCI（20m overview）, via Element84 Earth Search. © OpenStreetMap contributors（ODbL）. OSM attribution
Image created by: ringsaturn／CC BY 4.0. Changes: converted to WebP format only. No additions, color adjustments, or cropping.
Sources and explanation of observation dataThese analytical materials were created using publicly available satellite data. They do not establish the cause, responsibility, or scale of damage based on images alone, and they are distinct from reports of this fundraiser’s activities.
We present five photographs of the October 2026 fire in Numrug Protected Area, published by the National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia, together as one official album. The same post is not displayed repeatedly, and links to view each photograph individually are also provided.
These are distinguished from general landscape photos, and the official publication source is provided for each photo. Confirmed information from the organizers about the specific support and use of this fundraiser will be published.
Official photos and reports from external sources are displayed in the original wording provided by their sources.
Fire in the Numrug Protected Area · National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia (NEMA)
Official post published on October 16, 2026
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The report dated October 16, 2026, published by the National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia includes photographs of personnel and vehicles working amid smoke, and of burned terrain. These are not satellite images. The original photographs are not copied; the official page is displayed automatically as is.
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For fire relief in Mongolia,
We appreciate your support.
The Nagoya Branch of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce is collecting donations to support those affected by fires in Mongolia.
This fundraiser is organized and operated by Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nagoya Branch. Donations by bank transfer are accepted, and supporter information is managed and incoming payments are verified. The designated recipient account is the account of that same branch.Please check the Bank Transfer Details section on this page for the official transfer destination.
The donations received will be used to support fire relief in Mongolia. We will announce the specific forms of support, recipient of the funds, and activity reports on this website once they are confirmed. We plan to deliver the donations kindly contributed by everyone through the Embassy of Mongolia in Japan to public institutions in Mongolia, such as local government authorities, for use in supporting the recovery and reconstruction of the affected areas.
October 5, 8, and 10, 2026
Top: true color / Bottom: shortwave infrared false color
Tap to enlargeThese are Sentinel-2 observation images comparing conditions before the fire, immediately before ignition, and while it was spreading. The red and other colors in the lower row are enhanced representations using shortwave infrared; they are not the colors of flames as seen by the naked eye.
Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2026／Sentinel-2 L2A, via Element84 Earth Search. © OpenStreetMap contributors（ODbL）. Made with Natural Earth. OSM attribution
Image created by: ringsaturn／CC BY 4.0. Changes: converted to WebP format only. No additions, color adjustments, or cropping.
Sources and explanation of observation dataHere we present support sent from Mongolia to Japan after the Great East Japan Earthquake, based on public records from that time.
Looking back at the record of support received across borders, we consider what can be done now to help affected areas recover.
| People and organizations that provided support | Details of support |
|---|---|
| Government of Mongolia | Following the Great East Japan Earthquake, it donated US$1 million in relief funds. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Diplomatic Bluebook records that Japan received this donation. |
| National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia | It dispatched an emergency relief team of 12 rescue personnel. The National Archives records that the team operated in Miyagi Prefecture from March 17 to 19, 2011. |
| Government of Mongolia and Embassy of Mongolia in Japan | About 2,500 blankets and about 800 garments and pairs of items for cold-weather protection, including sweaters and socks, were delivered to Miyagi Prefecture. The Embassy of Mongolia in Japan arranged the shipment. |
| National civil servants | In response to the government’s appeal, all national civil servants decided to donate one day’s salary as relief funds. |
| Individuals, organizations, schools, and others | Fundraising activities involving individuals and organizations spread, and friendship associations, associations of former overseas students, JICA alumni associations, the Red Cross, schools, cultural groups, and others appealed for support for Japan and held charitable activities. |
The records presented here document support provided in 2011. They are separate from the amount collected, remittances made, and funds needed for recovery in the current wildfire relief fundraiser. Amounts are shown in the currency and format used in the documents from that time and have not been converted using current exchange rates.
To consider natural recovery and local safety, we have organized the issues into 3 categories.
NEMA reported that firefighting was completed on October 16, 2026. A MONTSAME report dated October 20 cited a preliminary estimate that about 79.8% of the Numrug Strictly Protected Area had burned and said that impacts on soil, water, flora and fauna, and the ecosystem over the long term would be assessed comprehensively. The fire being extinguished does not mean that the ecosystem has fully recovered.
Preliminary damage and publicly available investigation informationThe public materials reviewed as of October 25, 2026, do not state amounts for the total losses, total firefighting costs, or the funding needed for recovery from this fire. The preliminary estimate of the affected area and confirmation of monetary amounts are treated as separate matters.
This is the stage for comprehensively investigating and assessing damage to soil, water, plants and animals, habitats, ecosystems, and property.
Firefighting costs are also considered as part of the damage assessment. The public materials reviewed do not state the total cost.
We will consider this after investigating natural recovery capacity and the necessary protection and restoration measures. We have not confirmed any publicly announced amount for the required budget.
A MONTSAME report dated October 20, reporting on a study by people affiliated with the Ministry of Environment, says that satellite imagery, on-site measurements, surveys of plants and animals, and soil and water analyses will be combined to assess the damage, firefighting costs, natural recovery capacity, and necessary restoration measures. Specific costs need to be confirmed once the types of assistance, required materials, and scope have been established.
Published information on damage estimates and recovery planning (2026-10-20)Unconfirmed amounts are not shown as 0 yen or as estimates. The target amount for this fundraiser and the total donations confirmed as received are separate figures from the overall losses caused by the fire and the amount needed for recovery. Statements of compensation, donations, or fines by companies and others are not treated as the required budget as-is. If verifiable cost estimates or publicly announced amounts become available, this information will be updated with the source, currency, announcement date, and whether the figure is preliminary or final.
Even after the fire is extinguished, its effects on nature and people’s lives may not disappear right away.
Preliminary reports indicate that a large area of the protected area has burned. The impact on vegetation, habitats for plants and animals, and the ecosystem as a whole cannot be determined from the area alone; field investigations are needed.
In general, fine particles in smoke may worsen respiratory and heart conditions. Care should be taken regarding smoke inhalation by firefighters and the health of children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with pre-existing conditions. The number of people affected by health problems in this incident has not been confirmed.
The current investigation will also assess impacts on soil, water, plants, and other areas. Damage to grasslands may affect fodder and grazing, but the specific extent of damage to livestock, homes, and livelihoods will be published after it has been confirmed.
NEMA reports that 109 people and 18 vehicles took part in firefighting this time. Personnel and equipment are also needed after the fire is extinguished for safety checks, damage assessment, and recovery, making it a challenge to determine what support is needed.
It is important to determine what is needed and organize support that prioritizes safety and the recovery of nature.
We combine satellite imagery with on-site measurements, surveys of plants and animals, and soil and water analysis to assess the damage and set priorities. The starting point is to determine where support is needed, who needs it, and what kind of support is required.
We will consider safety management by local agencies, checks for hazards such as remaining embers, measures to reduce smoke exposure, and arrangements to connect people with health advice or medical care when needed. Support needs to be adapted to conditions on the ground.
Experts will determine which areas can recover naturally and where human intervention is needed. We will protect soil, water, native vegetation, and wildlife habitats, and avoid measures such as indiscriminate tree planting across the grassland.
The operating organization must determine the recipients, type, and allocation of support in light of local needs, and clearly report the amount of donations confirmed as received, transfers and expenditures, and activity results.
Support should not end after short-term assistance; recovery progress and measures to prevent recurrence need to be monitored continuously.
We will continue to monitor grassland regeneration, soil and water conditions, and the status of plant and animal habitats, and revise measures as needed. We cannot make a blanket promise about the recovery period or outcomes.
We will review precautions during dry and windy conditions, local rules on fires and access, reporting and early detection, and readiness of firefighting equipment and training. The cause and responsibility for this incident will be treated separately from the investigation findings.
We respect the knowledge of public agencies, protected-area managers, local residents, and experts, and work to reduce duplicated support and gaps in assistance. We consider both nature’s recovery and local livelihoods when choosing practical responses.
It is important to establish an operating structure suited to the period for which support is needed and to continue publishing the total amount raised, how the funds are used, the results of activities, and any remaining challenges. Decisions about further support will be based on needs that have been confirmed.
The information above summarizes the damage and necessary responses. It does not mean that donations will be used for all the measures listed here or that they have already been carried out. Information about the recipients of this fundraiser, its specific uses, and activity reports will be published once verified and confirmed by the organizers. Unconfirmed impacts on people, livestock, or homes, as well as the cause and responsibility, are not stated as facts.
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Please check the displayed bank account information and make the transfer using the same account name as the one used for registration.
The organizers will verify incoming payments and add only confirmed amounts to the total donations.
These show the fire area and spread of smoke observed from above. True-color and false-color images are distinguished, and the observation date and data provider are given for each image.
October 10–12, 2026
Top: true color / Bottom: false color
Tap to enlargeThese are daily observation images from NASA's MODIS・VIIRS. In the false-color imagery, dark reddish-brown indicates burned areas, bright red and orange indicate active fires, and light blue indicates smoke. These are not photographs of firefighting operations on the ground.
NASA GIBS／Worldview daily MODIS–VIIRS imagery（250–375m）. © OpenStreetMap contributors（ODbL）. Made with Natural Earth. OSM attribution
Image created by: ringsaturn／CC BY 4.0. Changes: converted to WebP format only. No additions, color adjustments, or cropping.
Sources and explanation of observation dataPlease contribute an amount that is comfortable for you.
You may register even if you have already made a bank transfer.
The organizer and operator areMongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nagoya BranchIt is. We will share the total amount of donations confirmed as received, along with information on how support is used and activity reports, as they become available. Registration information will not be made public.
Donation intake and information management:Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nagoya Branch
Contact:info@mncci-nagoya.com
Vast grasslands and the culture that thrives there.
Turn your care for this country into support.
The photos shown are of general scenery in Mongolia and were not taken at the site of this fire or of the damage caused by it.
Photos: Martin Vorel / LibreShot（CC0）。Main photo source
Information on how donations are used and the status of activities
We will share information as it is confirmed.
After registering your donor information, please transfer the funds to the designated account. Transfers will be included in the publicly displayed total donations as they are confirmed.
