EPISODE · Oct 10, 2024 · 31 MIN
The Lake That Killed a Village Overnight | Lake Nyos
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A limnic eruption at a lake caused the surrounding villages to look like the aftermath of a neutron bomb. This natural catastrophe in Cameroon wiped out thousands of people and livestock in a single night. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod TikTok: @occurrencepod Facebook: @occurrencepod Twitter: @occurrencepod Occurrence is hosted by Tatiana
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