A sixth death has been confirmed following Monday's eruption of New Zealand’s most active volcano on White Island.
A sixth death has been confirmed following Monday's eruption of New Zealand’s most active volcano on White Island.
Authorities warned the death toll was expected to rise, and indicated no signs of life on the island. Eight other people remain unaccounted for, with a number of Australians feared to be among the dead. Police and recovery forces remain vigilant due to the possibility of another eruption. Image: Getty
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