These tourists should have NEVER gone on this volcano tour

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When New Zealand’s White Island volcano erupted without warning, dozens of tourists were trapped in the blast zone. This is the story of survival, tragedy, and the helicopter pilots who risked everything to save lives.

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0:00 - Welcome to White Island
0:41 - The Calm Before
5:07 - The Business of White Island
6:21 - The Science of Danger
8:15 - Into the Crater
13:05 - The Eruption
17:22 - The Rescue
22:07 - Mainland Mayhem
23:40 - Survivors: Immediate Aftermath
25:45 - Families in Waiting Rooms
26:48 - Māori Opens Meeting House
27:37 - The Recovery
27:43 - Victims Move Forward
29:32 - The Investigation
31:09 - The Court Case
32:32 - Royal Carribean Lawsuit
33:20 - Changes to New Zealand Adventure Tourism
33:38 - Pilots receive bravery awards
33:45 - Survivors and Families Reflect
33:58 - Adventure Always Carries Risk
34:30 - Become a Member!