In pictures: DR Congo's Mount Nyiragongo erupts, sparking mass evacuation

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Thousands of people have fled their homes in the Democratic Republic of Congo after Mount Nyiragongo erupted, threatening their home city of Goma.

Lava from the volcano formed a thick red cloud over the eastern city, which has a population of two million.

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People tried to douse the flames as the lava flowed, engulfing parts of the city and roads.

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Lava could be seen between buildings in the city.

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City residents fled with mattresses and

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