A powerful fire tornado has been captured on video in northern California. It's one of the latest signs of extreme weather threatening the western US. https://bbc.in/3dZwLu7 | BBC News

Video released by California fire officials shows a massive 'firenado' that formed as the Carr Fire raged through the northern city of Redding in late July. The fire tornado claimed the life of firefighter Jeremy Stoke, who died while helping residents evacuate the blaze. At least eight people have died as a result of the Carr Fire, which has burned 214,527 acres and is currently 71% contained. | The Weather Network

🔥 SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA UNDER FIRE 🔥 A fast-moving wildfire is tearing across the foothills tonight, sending massive smoke plumes into the sky and forcing evacuations as flames race through dry brush. Helicopters are dropping water. Highways are filling with evacuees. The sky has turned apocalyptic orange. This is wildfire season in Southern California — and conditions are dangerously primed. If you’re in the area, stay alert and follow local evacuation orders immediately. 💬 Drop your lo