USGS Multimedia Gallery: Exploding Lakes in Cameroon

Title: Exploding Lakes in Cameroon

Description:

In 1986, Lake Nyos, in the volcanic region of Cameroon, released a cloud of CO₂ into the atmosphere, killing 1,700 people and 3,500 livestock in nearby towns and villages. Since then, engineers have been artificially removing the gas from the lake through piping. This photo shows a pipe top and raft at Lake Nyos. The self-driven fountain (inset) can reach a height of 150 feet above the lake surface while dissipating carbon dioxide.

Location: Cameroon

Date Taken: 2001

Photographer: Bill Evans , USGS

Usage: This image is public domain/of free use unless otherwise stated. Please refer to the USGS Copyright section for how to credit the photo.

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Dimensions: 532 x 402

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Lake Nyos (Set)