
Fighting Oil With Fire: Research suggests controlled burn method
FWX · Mar 24, 2026 · 5m 25sSign Up NowAlready a subscriber?
Dr. Elaine Oran, a professor of aerospace engineering at Texas A&M University, joined FOX Weather to discuss a groundbreaking approach researchers are developing to combat fires. Known as “fire whirls,” this innovative method offers a cleaner, safer way to burn off oil, presenting a promising solution for more efficient and environmentally responsible oil spill cleanup.