Millions in compensation for victims of volcanic eruption in New Zealand. 47 affected families from three companies should receive ten million New Zealand dollars (5.6 million euros) It was the first fatal eruption of the 320 meter high Whakaari volcano since 1914.
New Zealand lies on the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, the most geologically active zone on earth. A 64-year-old German died from his injuries seven months after the accident in July 2020. Three Germans were injured.