When a volcano erupts without warning - a podcast by ABC Radio

When the volcano on New Zealand's White Island erupted yesterday, it happened pretty much without warning.

There were around 50 people there at the time. More than half were stranded on the island and police believe there are no survivors.

So what happens before, during and after a surprise volcanic eruption?

And in an age of sophisticated early detection systems, how did no-one see this coming?

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