The HMNZS Wellington has left the waters off Whakaari/White Island. Bad weather is hampering the search for two people still missing after the eruption on Whakaari/White Island. Officers would focus on areas from Whakaari/White Island through to the East Cape based on tidal patterns, Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said. 1 NEWS Australia's Foreign Minister gives emotional address on those killed in the eruption of Whakaari/White Island. READ MORE:* Whakaari/White Island: Country stands still to remember volcano victims* Whakaari/White Island: Recovery teams leave island empty handed after search for bodies* Whakatāne community divided, concerned following Whakaari/White Island eruptionEarlier on Tuesday the two people yet to be found following the eruption were officially named by the police.

Source: Stuff December 17, 2019 05:37 UTC