Volcano erupts near Goma city in DR Congo; Thousands evacuated
Kathmandu, May 23. Mount Nyiragongo near the Goma city of eastern Congo exploded on Saturday. As the lava approached the city, the government urged the residents for immediate evacuation.
In the lakeside city with over 2 million population, lies 15 kilometers south of one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes of the world.
As the lava reached the northern airport, thousands of people fled the city on foot, carrying mattresses and belongings. Most of them rushed towards the Rwanda border, 3 kilometers from Goma.
By Sunday morning, more than 3,500 people had already entered Rwanda, seeking asylum in schools and religious facilities.
Experts suggest that the explosion of Nyiragongo is similar to its previous eruption that occurred 19 years ago.
In 2002, the Nyiragongo eruption destroyed one-fifth of Goma city, killed at least 250 people, and left 120,000 homeless.
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