The deadly path

Pyroclastic flows can topple structures and can kill any living thing in their path. In the case of the Guatemalan volcano, studies indicate that this deadly effect occurs every 4 decades from eruptions.

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The flow reached up to 93 mph. The high temperatures destroyed everything in its path

El Rodeo

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The mix was denser than air, so it kept the flow along the ground of the mountain

Campo de Golf

La Reunión

San Miguel

Los Lotes

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The explosion caused a mix of gases and rock particles.