Lava Flow

A lava flow is a stream of molten rock that erupts from a volcano during an eruption. As magma from beneath the Earth’s surface rises to the surface, it can spill out and flow down the sides of the volcano. Lava flows can vary in speed, from slow-moving, thick lava that can create new land formations to fast-moving, thin lava that can travel quickly across the landscape. When cooled, lava solidifies into rock, contributing to the formation of volcanic landscapes. These flows can be hazardous, as they can destroy anything in their path, including buildings and vegetation.