September 17, 2022 at 3:37 pm

Why Does Smoke Follow You Around a Fire?

by Ashley Dreiling

Do you ever wonder why smoke seems to follow you wherever you move around a campfire? It can feel like a curse, but really you’re just another victim of the laws of physics.

Watch the video to learn the science behind all that smoke in your face, why it’s worse when there are more people around the fire, and how to avoid this annoying phenomenon.

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