Nyamuragira, Congo

Nyamuragira is a shield volcano located in the Congo, formerly of Zaire. It has had 34 historic eruptions including a fatal eruption in 1912-1913. Its last eruption was in 1996. 

October 27, 1998

Nyamuragira has been producing lava flows from its cone and from a fissure on its flank since October 17. It is still very active, although the lava flows appear to be slowing down. This is the first time this volcano has produced flows since December 1996. Goma, the nearest town to the volcano, is the headquarters of rebels who are currently revolting against President Laurent Kabila. Clashes between these rebels and Rwanda Hutu militia in this area make it extremely dangerous for anyone to approach the area. This has made monitoring this eruption nearly impossible.

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