Summary
A viral video on social media shows a rare natural event called the "firefall" at Yosemite National Park. This phenomenon occurs at Horsetail Fall on El Capitan when sunlight hits the waterfall, making it glow orange, and can be seen annually in mid to late February.
Key Facts
- A video showing the "firefall" phenomenon has gone viral with over 1.4 million views on TikTok.
- The "firefall" occurs at Horsetail Fall in Yosemite Valley, usually in mid to late February.
- The waterfall glows orange when sunset light hits it just right, creating a unique visual effect.
- For the phenomenon to happen, the sky must be clear, and the waterfall must be flowing.
- The name "firefall" comes from a past event in 1872 when embers were pushed off Glacier Point, resembling a waterfall of fire.
- This natural effect was accidentally discovered by a photographer in 1973.
- Visitors often gather in February to witness this event, with best viewing time being 5 to 15 minutes before sunset.
