The only recorded instances of this phenomenon come from Cameroon, occurring at Lake Monoun in 1984, and Lake Nyos two years after, although there is fossil evidence suggesting similar events in Eocene Germany, 47 million years ago.he resulting cloud killed 37 people who were living near the lake. At Lake Nyos, in 1986, a similar disaster occurred, in this case killing between 1,700 and 1,800 people, and uncounted numbers of livestock and other animals.
The engagement ring is placed on the third finger of the left hand since in ancient times this finger was believed to be the only one with a vein running directly to the heart. Therefore, it was believed that a ring on this finger would ensure a long and loving marriage.
What hand does your wedding ring go on? A: Typically, wedding rings are worn on the left hand. This tradition started with the ancient Egyptians, who believed that a very delicate vein ran from the third finger on the left hand straight to the heart.