White Island volcano remains in an elevated state of unrest, New Zealand

White Island volcano remains in an elevated state of unrest, New Zealand

White Island volcano (Whakaari) remains in an elevated state of unrest, but no further extrusion of lava has occurred. GNS' assessment is that further explosive eruptions remain very unlikely on any given day. The Volcanic Alert Level remains at Level 2 and the…

Minor volcanic unrest still present at White Island volcano, New Zealand

Minor volcanic unrest still present at White Island volcano, New Zealand

Minor volcanic unrest continues for the White Island volcano, also known as Whakaari situated 48 km (30 miles) from the east coast of the North Island New Zealand, GeoNet Data Center reported on December 10, 2015. The amount of gas and the presence of volcanic…