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People 'unaccounted for' after volcano erupts in New Zealand

09 Dec 2019

A volcano has erupted in New Zealand with 100 people in the vicinity - leaving some unaccounted for, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said.

Tourists were seen walking inside the rim of the White Island crater just moments before the eruption. The local mayor told New Zealand media she feared there had been injuries. White Island, or Whakaari, is off the coast of North Island - and is one the country's most active volcanoes. Despite that, the island is a tourist destination with frequent day tours and scenic flights available. "This is an evolving situation but at this stage we believe around 100 people were on or around the island at the time and some of those at this stage are unaccounted for," Ms Ardern said. "A number of people are reportedly injured and are being transported to shore." The eruption began around 2:30pm local time (01:30 GMT), throwing smoke and debris into the air. The country's National Emergency Management Agency said a "volcanic eruption is occurring at White Island and is hazardous in the immediate vicinity of the volcano". Police are warning people living near the area to "be aware of the potential for ashfall" and to stay indoors. BBC Picture- REUTERS

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