Jason Griffith was on Whakaari/White Island when the volcano erupted and sustained fatal injuries. Photo / Gofundme, FileJason Griffith was on Whakaari/White Island when the volcano erupted and sustained fatal injuries. Photo / Gofundme, FileMore than 18 months after a 33-year-old was fatally injured in an explosion on Whakaari/White Island, an insurance company has rejected a claim by his grief-stricken family, the ABC reports. More than 18 months after Griffiths was fatally injured in the massive explosion on Whakaari/White Island, the loss of life claim from his family has been rejected on a technicality. Whakaari/White Island shortly after the volcanic eruption in December 2019.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 25, 2021 19:22 UTC