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Whakaari / White Island ([faˈkaːɾi], Māori: Te Puia Whakaari, lit. "the dramatic volcano"), also known as White Island or Whakaari, is an active andesite stratovolcano situated 48 km (30 mi) from the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, in the Bay of Plenty.
Whakaari / White Island is a scenic attraction 48km off the coast of Whakatane in the North Island. It erupted in December 2019 and is currently closed to visitors, but scenic flights are still available.
On 9 December 2019, Whakaari / White Island, an active stratovolcano island in New Zealand's northeastern Bay of Plenty region, explosively erupted. The island was a popular tourist destination, known for its volcanic activity, and 47 people were on the island at the time.
Jul 14, 2023 · Survivors of one of New Zealand’s worst natural disasters have described the searing pain of being lashed by burning sand, ash and rocks during a volcanic eruption on Whakaari or White...
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Whakaari/White Island is New Zealand's most active cone volcano, with a history of explosive eruptions and sulphur mining. Learn about its name, size, features, and recent activity from webcams, seismometers, and other sensors.
Whakaari/White Island is an active marine volcano off the coast of Whakatāne, with a rich Māori and geothermal heritage. Learn about the 2019 eruption, scenic flights, diving, fishing and lookout points for this geothermal wonder.
Dec 10, 2019 · The privately-owned White Island, or Whakaari, is a popular destination for day tours and scenic flights. It has been dubbed by some tour operators a "living, breathing, geological giant" and...
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