Increased volcanic tremors on Whakaari/White Island may hamper recovery efforts after this week's fatal eruption.
Chief Coroner Judge Deborah Marshall said six bodies have been flown to Auckland for post-mortem examinations, but"ante-mortem" data was also being examined.
"That is information about the person we believe to be deceased gathered before their death," she said."For example, what they were last wearing, what jewellery they might have, any scars or tattoos that might identify them.White Island Tour operators rescuing people from the Island after the eruption.Among the 47 people on the island during Monday's eruption, there were 24 Australians, nine Americans, five Kiwis, four Germans, two Britons and Chinese and one Malaysian.
The White Island volcano, a well-known tourist and scientific attraction, has been emitting volcanic gas and smoke for decades, if not centuries.
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