Where do fire whirls occur? Are fire tornadoes common? Where does orographic rainfall occur in the US? What is the difference between a mesocyclone and a tornado? Strong storms most often occur along which type of front? What was the Tri-State Tornado on the Fujita scale?
allowing fire to climb up into the canopy. By thinning or clearing underbrush, you create a firebreak, reducing the potential of a wildfire spreading to your property. This practice has been proven to significantly reduce fire hazards
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