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Fire Tornadoes: The Dangerous Weather Phenomenon Born from Wildfires

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Fire Tornadoes: The Dangerous Weather Phenomenon Born from Wildfires Summary In this article, we explore the phenomenon of fire tornadoes, which are tornadoes created by the heat and wind of a wildfire. We learn that fire tornadoes can reach up to 140 miles per hour and are caused by the intense heat generated by the …

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Fire Tornadoes: A Vicious Cycle of Extreme Fire Behavior

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Fire Tornadoes: A Vicious Cycle of Extreme Fire Behavior Summary Assistant Professor Neil Larea talks about the phenomenon of fire tornadoes, which are extreme occurrences that have only been documented twice in history. He explains how a combination of strong winds, inflow jets, and fire-induced wind leads to the formation of giant columns of hot …

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