Whakaari/White Island: Minor eruption observed as ‘vigorous steam plume above the island

 

A large steam plume rises from Whakaari/White Island in what GNS Science described as a minor eruption this morning. Photo / Wayne Feisst

A minor eruption has occurred at Whakaari/White Island.

GNS Science said the eruption happened about 8.20am today.

The volcanic alert level has been increased to 3. There are 5 levels in the alert system.

Duty volcanologist Yannik Behr said the minor eruption was observed as a vigorous steam plume above the island

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