Fire Whirl Caught on Camera | Boise News

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

A rare and mesmerizing fire whirl—essentially a flaming tornado—spun violently over the Cave Fire near Kuna, capturing awe and terror in footage that meteorologists say is both uncommon and stunningly dramatic. Caused by intense heat forcing air to spin upward, these whirls are localized phenomena where winds at ground level may feel mild, yet the sky above churns with ash and flame. This particular event stood out for its size and the way it rose into the sun, creating one of the most visually striking wildfire-related videos ever recorded—a chilling reminder of nature’s raw, untamed power…