Shocking images have captured the terrifying moment a fire tornado violently erupted in Portugal , leaving a trail of destruction behind. Wildfires have broken out across many parts of Europe, as the continent continues to be gripped by an intense heatwave that has seen temperatures rise above 40C.

Portugal's northern region of Aguiar de Beira, which is becoming increasingly popular with tourists each year , has been particularly hard hit. A fire tornado tore through the region, incinerating everything in its path and causing widespread damage.

Fire tornados are rare phenomena that occur in extreme heat when the air surrounding a fire begins to rotate into a vortex.

Footage shared on social media channels captured the horrifying moment the fast-moving spiral of flames struck. Con

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