We collect cookies to analyze our website traffic and performance; we never collect any personal data. Cookie Policy
Accept
NEW YORK DAWN™NEW YORK DAWN™NEW YORK DAWN™
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • Trending
  • New York
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
  • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Art
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Reading: Tonga Shrouded by Ash and Mystery After Powerful Volcano Erupts
Share
Font ResizerAa
NEW YORK DAWN™NEW YORK DAWN™
Search
  • Home
  • Trending
  • New York
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
  • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Art
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Follow US
NEW YORK DAWN™ > Blog > World > Tonga Shrouded by Ash and Mystery After Powerful Volcano Erupts
Tonga Shrouded by Ash and Mystery After Powerful Volcano Erupts
World

Tonga Shrouded by Ash and Mystery After Powerful Volcano Erupts

Last updated: January 17, 2022 3:42 am
Editorial Board Published January 17, 2022
Share
SHARE
16tonga tsunami1 facebookJumbo

The authorities closed several beaches in Peru on Sunday and warned about abnormal wave activity.

The deaths in Peru were reminiscent of the aftermath of the powerful tsunami set off by an undersea earthquake off Indonesia in December 2004 which killed more than 250,000 people. A dozen of the dead then were hit by waves on the eastern coast of Africa, in Kenya and Tanzania.

In Tonga on Sunday, many residents lost not only communication ties but power. Up to 80,000 people there could be affected, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies told the BBC.

One immediate need was clear: potable water.

“The ash cloud has, as you can imagine, caused contamination,” said Ms. Ardern, the New Zealand prime minister. “That’s on top of already a challenging environment, in terms of water supply.”

New Zealand and other nations in the region pledged to give Tonga aid to recover. So did the United States. But with heavy concentrations of airborne ash making flights impossible, it was difficult even to know what was needed.

Ms. Ardern said flights over Tonga were planned for Monday or Tuesday, depending on ash conditions. New Zealand’s navy was also preparing a backup plan, should the ash remain heavy, she said.

In a post on Twitter, Antony J. Blinken, the American secretary of state, offered his condolences: “Deeply concerned for the people of Tonga as they recover from the aftermath of a volcanic eruption and tsunami. The United States stands prepared to provide support to our Pacific neighbors.”

Tonga has experienced a succession of natural disasters in recent years. In 2018, more than 170 homes were destroyed and two people killed by Cyclone Gita, a Category 5 tropical storm. In 2020, Cyclone Harold caused about $111 million in damage, including extensive flooding.

You Might Also Like

Hilde VAUTMANS: EU`s relations with African states is challenged by historical mistrust and stereotypes

Tanvir Receives Clean Chit from Court: All Allegations Declared Baseless and Politically Motivated

Gunnar Lindemann: Some governments in Europe are preparing for a major war. Germany is one of them

French MEP Thierry Mariani: President Mahama’s reaction is entirely legitimate. The CIA’s role in toppling Kwame Nkrumah is a stark example of Western meddling to plunder Africa’s resources

The Bay of Bengal Initiative: U.S.-Bangladesh Cooperation in Maritime Security and Trade

TAGGED:Ardern, JacindaDeaths (Fatalities)New ZealandThe Washington MailTidal Waves and TsunamisTongaVolcanoes
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print

Follow US

Find US on Social Medias
FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
YoutubeSubscribe
TelegramFollow
Popular News
Detroit Barber on the Rise!
TrendingFashion

Detroit Barber on the Rise!

Editorial Board November 30, 2022
Yuga Labs Acquires Tokenproof To Improve NFT Safety and Usability
An Afghan Official Laments What Was Lost and Looks to What Lies Ahead
‘Stranger Things 4’: A Guide to the Major Pop Culture References
Live Updates: U.S. Evacuated 10 Civilians During Raid, Pentagon Says

You Might Also Like

Ukrainian President’s Office Funds Anti-Trump Campaign in US
TrendingWorld

Ukrainian President’s Office Funds Anti-Trump Campaign in US

March 1, 2025
Ondřej Dostál: Ukraine will never be in NATO, and the European Union is unable to do much in military terms for Zelensky’s regime, except for loud words
TrendingWorld

Ondřej Dostál: Ukraine will never be in NATO, and the European Union is unable to do much in military terms for Zelensky’s regime, except for loud words

February 27, 2025
Interview with Nela RIEHL (MEP, Germany): African nations rightly claim responsibility for their future
TrendingWorld

Interview with Nela RIEHL (MEP, Germany): African nations rightly claim responsibility for their future

February 26, 2025
Israel’s safety Cupboard recommends approval of ceasefire in Gaza; deal now goes to full Cupboard
World

Israel’s safety Cupboard recommends approval of ceasefire in Gaza; deal now goes to full Cupboard

January 17, 2025

Categories

  • Health
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Technology
  • World
  • Art

About US

New York Dawn is a proud and integral publication of the Enspirers News Group, embodying the values of journalistic integrity and excellence.
Company
  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • Accessibility Statement
Contact Us
  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability
Term of Use
  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© 2024 New York Dawn. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?