First responder describes emergency response after Whakaari White Island eruption

Tuesday 7 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 7 Oct 2025, 4:14pm

In this story RNZ, Wellington Phoenix

A first responder has provided evidence at a coronial inquest regarding the rescue efforts following the Whakaari White Island eruption. Civilian helicopter pilots and tour boats assisted in the operation after the volcano erupted on 9 December 2019.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 7 Oct 2025, 4:13pm

   First responder describes frantic moment Whakaari White Island erupted (opens in new tab)

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2. StuffTue 7 Oct 2025, 4:14pm

   ‘I’m unclear of how many are on the island’: Frantic moments after Whakaari erupted (opens in new tab)