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Scientist Explains How a Fire Tornado Forms | WIRED

Aug 28, 2019 · 0:10:01
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  • Extreme wildfires can create their own weather, including firenadoes.
  • Atmospheric scientist Neal Lareau confirms only two firenadoes caught on video.
  • Rare firenadoes form from intense heat generated by wildfires.

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