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flag Volcanic activity at Whakaari (White Island) has disrupted regional air travel, canceling at least 16 flights due to ash and steam plumes, though no major eruption is expected.

flag Volcanic activity at Whakaari (White Island) has caused the cancellation of at least 16 flights, mainly from Auckland to Tauranga, due to a plume of steam and ash reaching up to 1.5 kilometers. flag Air New Zealand is rebooking affected passengers. flag The volcano remains at Alert Level 3, indicating minor eruptive activity, with ongoing emissions consistent with typical passive behavior. flag Volcanologists say the vent is stable and not building toward a major eruption, though ash levels are disrupting regional air travel. flag Authorities continue monitoring the situation, noting no immediate threat but acknowledging volcanic unpredictability. flag This follows similar disruptions just days earlier.

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