Sixth person dies after volcano eruption
Families of Britons initially feared missing have described their worries after Monday’s incident in New Zealand.
A sixth person has died after a volcanic eruption on White Island in New Zealand, police said.
Two British women are among around 30 people taken to hospital following the incident on Monday, many of which have suffered serious burns, while eight people are missing presumed dead.
Survivors described how tourists were forced to run into the sea to escape the clouds of thick black ash and scalding vapour.
New Zealand police confirmed officers are investigating the incident on behalf of the coroner but said it was too early to speculate on any potential criminal activity.
White Island, off the country’s North Island in the Bay of Plenty, erupted while dozens of people were exploring New Zealand’s most active volcano.
Relatives of those thought to be caught up in the disaster have registered their loved ones’ details on a missing persons list in an effort to ascertain their whereabouts.
