New Zealand volcano: police say no more survivors expected on White Island

Questions raised over why tourists were allowed to visit volcano after signs of unrest

New Zealand volcano
A photograph captured minutes after the sudden eruption
(Image credit: Michael Schade/@sch)

Police in New Zealand have said they do not expect to find any more survivors after the volcanic eruption on White Island.

Six people have been confirmed dead, while eight others are feared to have died and more than 30 have suffered serious burns.

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