Who is responsible when a volcano erupts?

A trial has begun in a New Zealand Court over the Whakaari White Island Volcano eruption which saw 22 people, including many Australians, lose their lives.

Now three brothers are facing court over the disaster.

In today’s deep dive we’ll explain what we’ve learnt so far, and why individuals being held responsible for the consequences of a volcanic eruption.

Credits
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Ninah Kopel
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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