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Search for Volcano Victims Continues in New Zealand

Phil Mercer

   SYDNEY - Search teams have failed to find the bodies of the last
   victims of a volcanic eruption in New Zealand. The official number of
   dead from Monday's disaster stands at 15.

   Police and navy divers have failed to find a body that was seen in the
   sea off New Zealand's White Island the day after the eruption. The
   authorities said they faced "unique and challenging conditions." The
   water has been contaminated by the volcano, and divers had to wear
   special protective equipment.

   Another victim is thought to be near the crater. On Sunday, recovery
   teams again landed on the island, but neither of the two missing bodies
   have been found. It is unclear when another recovery attempt will be
   made.
   

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