What is a pyroclastic flow?

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What is a pyroclastic flow?

A pyroclastic flow is a fast-moving mixture of hot gas, ash, and volcanic rocks that flows down the slopes of a volcano during an explosive eruption. It can reach speeds of up to 700 km/h and temperatures of over 1,000 degrees Celsius, causing widespread destruction and posing a significant threat to human life and infrastructure.