Aviation code raised for Whakaari/White Island due to volcanic ash
Monday 13 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Earth Sciences New Zealand
The aviation colour code for Whakaari/White Island has been upgraded to orange. GNS Science reported that the island is passively emitting a weak-to-moderate steam and gas plume containing minor amounts of volcanic ash. The volcanic alert level remains at 2.