3 Dead Due to Tsunami Aftermath of Tonga Volcano Eruption

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[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] Three people have died due to a tsunami caused by a massive underwater volcanic eruption in the South Pacific island nation of Tonga.

According to local media, the Acting High Commissioner of New Zealand to Tonga stated on the 18th (local time), "There are three unidentified deaths."

So far, the only reported death is British woman Angela Glover. Acting High Commissioner Peter Lund said, "It is not certain whether Glover is included among the three unidentified deaths."

New Zealand Defense Minister Peeni Henare said in a broadcast, "Two deaths have been confirmed, including Glover."

High Commissioner Lund said that while some damage occurred in Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa, the western region of Tongatapu Island suffered greater damage, especially along the western coast.

He added, "Currently, large-scale cleanup operations are underway in Nuku'alofa," and "Not only are many stones scattered around, but the city is also thickly covered with volcanic ash."

He continued, "Buildings have also suffered significant damage, but Nuku'alofa is making efforts to return to normalcy."

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