They are attempting to retrieve 2 more bodies in the high-risk operation. FMTNews NZVolcano Divers
Waters around the island were contaminated by the massive eruption of rocks, lava and chemicals.
“Divers have reported seeing a number of dead fish and eels washed ashore and floating in the water,” police said in a statement. “Each time they surface, the divers are decontaminated using fresh water.” Nine police dive squad members resumed their search at 7.00 am local time on Friday and the operation would be boosted by a navy dive team later in the day.
In a statement released on Saturday, geological agency GeoNet said there was a 35% to 50% risk of an eruption that would impact beyond the volcano’s vent area in the next 24 hours. A decrease from the 50% and 60% risk announced on Friday.
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