How to Survive a Pyroclastic Flow

A volcano starts rumbling, and suddenly erupts. But instead of seeing lava trickling down, you see a massive cloud of ash quickly coming towards you. This isn't just any regular volcano explosion. Instead, it's a pyroclastic flow. It can wipe out entire cities in minutes, killing thousands of people. And now, one's coming for you.

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