firestorm

noun
fire*storm \ ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌstȯrm \
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  • a very intense and destructive fire usually accompanied by high winds; especially : one that is started by attack with nuclear or incendiary weapons and that creates a powerful updraft which causes very strong inrushing winds to develop in the surrounding area
  • a sudden or violent outburst
  • a raging controversy
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