19 minutes agoThe eruption of New Zealand volcano, troops land on the island for the recovery of victims
Periskopi(7 years ago)
(7 years ago)New Zealand troops have landed on the White Island to recover the bodies of people who were killed when the volcano erupted on Monday. The quick operation was launched despite the risk of another explosion. The bodies of eight are thought to be on the island. Eight others have already been confirmed dead and 20 [...]
The quick operation was launched despite the risk of another explosion.
The bodies of eight are thought to be on the island.
Eight others have already been confirmed dead and 20 are in intensive care with severe burns.
About 10:00 local time, Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said the operation was advanced and will continue for several more hours. Conditions on the island remain favourable, he said.
About 47 visitors from around the world were on the island when the volcano erupted.
