The Editors June 29, 2016 For Daily Musings sign up for the Almanac Newsletter Email Address What is a dust devil? Whirling dust devils form through a different mechanism than tornadoes. Learn how they work and when they occur—plus, see video footage of a dust devil. Watch video! See tornado questions and answers here. Weather ADVERTISEMENT More Like This The Lonely Tornado Predicting Tornadoes: Off the Radar Screen Fire Rainbows and Fire Tornadoes Tornadoes: Questions and Answers How to Prepare for Tornadoes: Tornado Safety Tips Rare Cloud Formations and Cool Pictures Get Almanac’s Daily Updates Free Email Newsletter Email Address BONUS: You’ll also receive our free Beginner Gardening Guide! ADVERTISEMENT Add a Comment Advertisement