Tuulentojen
Tuulentojen is a Finnish term that translates to "wind-driven fires" or "windborne fires." It describes a specific phenomenon where a fire, particularly a forest fire or wildfire, is significantly intensified and spread by strong winds. The wind can cause flames to leap across natural barriers like streams or clearings, and can also carry burning embers and debris over long distances, igniting new fires ahead of the main fire front. This makes wind-driven fires exceptionally dangerous and difficult to control.
The intensity of the wind directly influences the rate of spread and the overall behavior of the