New Zealand volcano triggers flood - Asia-Pacific - MSNBC.com: "Debris break through natural dam on crater's lake; no injuries reported. Scientists kept watch on a volcanic crater on Monday after a natural dam burst, sending a torrent of muddy water and debris down the side of a peak used as a backdrop in the “The Lord of the Rings” films.
A mix of mud, acidic water and rocks tore down the slope on Sunday, bursting through a 23-foot wall of volcanic ash and sand built up in an eruption 12 years ago.
The mud flow — also known as a lahar — broke through the rubble wall atop Mount Ruapehu's crater lake Sunday morning, triggering an early warning alarm, local authorities said."
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
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