""An ash devil is not a common occurrence," said Christopher Prater, a San Bernardino County Fire Protection District public information officer. "When we do see them, it brings a heightened level of awareness because of the potential danger that it causes.""
""Eventually, all those elements that you had initially to begin that vortex don't line up anymore, and they go away on their own," said Prater."
""Basically we're just out there extinguishing hot spots, making sure that the fire is secure before we're able to call it 100% and walk away from it," said Cal Fire spokesperson Alison Wilkins."
Firefighters in San Bernardino County observed an ash devil while combating the Trinity Fire. This phenomenon occurs when heat from a fire creates a vortex of hot air, mixing with cooler air. Ash devils can be dangerous as they may spread hot ash and ignite new fires. Fortunately, the ash devil observed dissipated without causing further issues. The Trinity Fire, which started on May 1, burned 19 acres and is currently 50% contained, with no structures damaged but some Joshua Trees affected.
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