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Ten fascinating natural phenomena

John Hall
Wednesday 02 June 2010 00:00 BST
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Following news that a 200ft-deep 'sinkhole' opened up in a Guatemala City street during the tropical storm Agatha, we take a look at other peculiar natural occurrences. From tornadoes made of fire to the sailing stones of Death Valley, our photo essay casts light on the bizarre and often terrifying side of nature.

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