Preview – Expedition Volcano

Aldo Kane on a descent into the crater.

This two-part documentary has scientists explore some one of the deadliest volcanoes on earth.

Having erupted twice in the last 50 years, the Nyiragongo volcano in the Congo contains a massive lake of molten lava. A team of scientists – equipped with 4-tonnes of climbing and camera equipment – set out on an exploration try and predict when the volcano will erupt again.

Expedition Volcano, Sunday, 9 pm – BBC Two

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