Chengdu residents witnessed nature’s wild side this week when a swirling ‘dust devil’ tore through a popular park, sending picnic blankets flying and phones recording! 📸 The sudden vortex, captured in viral videos, formed rapidly before vanishing minutes later – leaving stunned onlookers with an unforgettable story.
Meteorologists confirmed the phenomenon was not a true tornado but a smaller whirlwind common in dry, sunny conditions. “It’s like nature decided to crash the picnic with a dance move,” joked local student Li Wei, whose footage of the event gained over 500K views overnight.
While no injuries were reported, the incident has sparked conversations about unusual weather patterns in Sichuan province. Climate researchers note that such events remain rare in Chengdu but advise staying alert during sudden wind shifts. 🌬️
