Rare 'fire tornado' develops in English village

Firefighters filmed a fire tornado on (August 7) as they tackled flames from a plastic pallets blaze in Woodville, Leicestershire. Uncommon in the UK, they are caused by thermal currents of warm air rising from the ground, drawing in fire and ash.

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Why France's local elections matter

Naomi O'Leary reports from Paris, where nationwide mayoral elections are being seen as a barometer for France's 2027 presidential election. Video: Naomi O'Leary


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