Episode 22 - The lake that uncorked and the history of sparkling water
What does sparkling water have to do with one of the strangest disasters in modern history?
In 1986, a quiet volcanic lake in Cameroon suddenly released a massive cloud of carbon dioxide that suffocated 1,746 people and thousands of animals overnight.
In this episode of True Crime Culinary, we explore the haunting story of Lake Nyos and the science behind the bubbles. From Henry’s Law and volcanic lakes to European mineral water spas and the invention of carbonated drinks, we follow the surprising history of sparkling water from ancient springs to modern soda bottles.
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