The Firefall phenomenon at Yosemite National Park is a natural optical illusion that occurs in February. When the setting sun hits the waterfall's water at just the right angle, it illuminates the waterfall with a fiery, orange glow, making it look like lava flowing down the cliff.
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Original Title: The Firefall phenomenon at Yosemite National Park is a natural optical illusion that occurs in February. When the setting sun hits the waterfall’s water at just the right angle, it illuminates the waterfall with a fiery, orange glow, making it look like lava flowing down the cliff.