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  "path": "/2026/03/24/eruption-at-white-island-raises-alert-level-to-3-after-brief-ash-plume-new-zealand/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-03-24T12:45:59.000Z",
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  "textContent": "A new volcanic eruption occurred at Whakaari/White Island, New Zealand, at 17:35 LT on March 24, 2026, producing a dark grey ash plume rising to about 1 300 m (4 265 feet) above the vent. Authorities raised the Volcanic Alert Level to 3 and the Aviation Color Code to Orange following the event. Activity has since ceased, but further explosive events remain possible with little or no warning.\n\nSource",
  "title": "Eruption at White Island raises Alert Level to 3 after brief ash plume, New Zealand"
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