Volcanic eruption creates new island

A volcanic eruption in Tonga has created a new island – although scientists say it could soon disappear.

Volcanic eruption creates new island

A volcanic eruption in Tonga has created a new island – although scientists say it could soon disappear.

The volcano has been erupting for a month in the Pacific Ocean about 40 miles north west of the capital Nuku’alofa. Last week it disrupted international air travel to the Tongan archipelago for several days.

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