whirl·wind 
(wûrlwĭnd′, hwûrl-)
(wûrlwĭnd′, hwûrl-)n.
1. A rapidly rotating, generally vertical column of air, such as a tornado, dust devil, or waterspout.
2.
a. A tumultuous, confused rush.
b. A destructive force or thing.
adj.
Tumultuous or rapid: a whirlwind political campaign.