Pyroclastic flows 'likely' in Philippines

Scientists warned that the Philippines' Mayon volcano is likely to experience further explosions and fast-moving flows of deadly fluid gases, ash and rock.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the volcano, which many have theorized might be nearing eruption, could expel pyroclastic flows, which are made up of fast-moving hot gas, ash and rocks, China Daily reported Wednesday.

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