’Mini tornado’ destroys homes in freak storm
Several homes have been destroyed after a freak storm unexpectedly tore through a remote town on Thursday night.
Los Angeles wildfires could spawn fire tornadoes, experts warn
As if they aren’t already facing enough, firefighters in California also could encounter fire tornadoes – a rare but ...
Tornado tears through Mangawhai, homes damaged, power could be out for days
Two people were seriously injured when the severe storm hit the beachside town just before 3am. A large number of visitors ...
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Fire tornadoes a risk under California’s extreme wildfire conditions
Above: A fire tornado in California ... the intensity of a small tornado.” Wildfires with turbulent plumes can produce clouds that in turn can produce lightning or a vortex of ash, smoke and ...
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Fire tornadoes pose a threat in California. A fire lab shows how they work
As if they aren’t already facing enough, firefighters in California also could encounter fire ... tornado.” Wildfires with turbulent plumes can produce clouds that in turn can produce ...
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Old tornado footage from Wyoming resurfaces amid Los Angeles wildfires
A video is being shared across platforms alongside claims it shows twin fire tornadoes ripping through California as wildfires torched the Los Angeles area in January 2025. But the clip is ...
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How wildfires can create fire tornadoes
NORFOLK, Va. — Fire tornadoes, also known as fire whirls, fire devils, or firenadoes, are a rare and dangerous weather phenomenon that can occur during intense wildfires. These swirling columns ...