Speedroo

How fast does a volcanic mudflow move?

29.8 mphAbout 48 km/h · Run

Lahars often rush down valleys at 20 mph (32 km/h) to 40 mph (64 km/h), the USGS says.

That's about 86% of a red kangaroo's top speed of about 35 mph (56 km/h).

29.8 mph
the Mississippi

By speed: a lahar is about 9.9× faster than the Mississippi.

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