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How did the 2002 Nyiragongo eruption affect Goma in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
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East African mountains
Mountains and lakes of East Africa.
The 2002 eruption of Mount Nyiragongo had a devastating impact on the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The eruption resulted in the widespread destruction of the city, as lava flows swept through the area.12
This disaster left more than 100,000 people homeless and triggered a significant refugee crisis. In addition to the extensive property damage, the event caused numerous deaths and forced the displacement of many residents. The eruption remains one of the most significant natural disasters to have impacted the city, further complicating the challenges faced by the region due to ongoing conflict and instability.1342