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Breaking it Down with Brittney - Dust Devils

Dust Devil Explainer
Posted at 10:21 AM, Aug 23, 2021
and last updated 2021-08-30 11:04:11-04

DUST DEVIL: How do these vertical whirlwinds form under sunny skies? Dust devils are usually harmless, but can on rare occasions grow large enough to pose a threat to both people and property.

Meteorologist Brittney Merlot explains how large they can grow and how long they can last, alongside the science behind their formation and where you generally see them.