It’s one of the most unusual weather phenomena I’ve ever seen. In the Brazilian region of Aracatuba, an incredibly rare fire tornado was spotted. All it took was a raging brush fire, some whipping winds, and viola, you’ve got one of the most incredible videos I’ve ever seen. This is the kind of thing that has to be seen to be believed. This is just madness!
Aracatuba has been the victim of months of drought, turning the area’s brush into kindling. Because of this, wildfires have been burning out of control in the area, forcing the closure of a highway and burning thousands of acres of land. Still, firefighters were able to get the blaze contained, extinguish the flaming tornado, and keep themselves safe in the process.
If you want, you can even replicate the science behind the fire tornado at home. Let Steve Spangler Science show you how to make a DIY fire tornado in your own home. Just be sure to get adult permission/help as needed, and have a fire extinguisher on hand!
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