New Zealand To Recover Bodies From White Island

A mission to recover bodies from White Island after a volcanic eruption is planned, contingent on conditions and weather. Authorities aim to recover all bodies by Friday. The eruption left 47 people on the island, with at least eight confirmed dead and many injured. Rescue efforts were paused due to warnings of another potential eruption, with a 40-60% chance of occurring within 24 hours.

What factors did the deputy Police Commissioner mention that could affect the recovery mission?

• The time of day

• The availability of rescue teams

• The conditions on the island and the weather

• The number of people on the island

How many people were on White Island at the time of the eruption?

• 30

• 60

• 50

• 47

What was the confirmed number of deaths following the eruption?

• Ten

• Eight

• Twelve

• Five

Why were search and rescue efforts on the island halted?

• Due to lack of resources

• Because all bodies were recovered

• Due to bad weather

• Because of another potential eruption

What was the estimated chance of another eruption occurring within 24 hours?

• 60 to 80%

• 20 to 30%

• 30 to 50%

• 40 to 60%