A Rare ‘Fire Tornado’ in Brazil

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A rare fire tornado has been seen in the Brazilian state of Sao Paolo. A whirlwind of flame, spiraling several meters high, danced across burning fields, bringing traffic to a halt on a nearby highway. This unusual phenomenon has been caused by a combination of wildfires and strong dry winds following weeks of drought in the country.

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