The Formation and Intensity of Fire Tornadoes

Fire tornadoes have the ability to become self-sustaining once formed, as they generate their own updraft and wind flow, effectively drawing in additional oxygen and fuel to maintain both the fire and its rotational motion. The internal temperature of a fire tornado can soar to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, an extreme heat level capable of melting certain metals, indicating the significant danger they pose to any materials or living beings in proximity.

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