Fire tornadoes are terrifying forces of nature. They're rare, but as wildfires become bigger and more frequent, they may grow more common. Thankfully, scientists are getting closer to predicting when and where these lethal vortices will appear. Read the full story this hellish phenomenon: Please visit our website to discover the latest advances in science and technology: Discover world-changing science with a subscription to Scientific American. Learn more:
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