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Types of volcanic eruptions
The Dec. 9 eruption occurred on the popular White Island, a well known tourist destination.
The official death toll from the eruption on White Island, also known by its Mori name of Whakaari, stands at 16.
Before and after photos show how one rural community was devastated by this summer's eruption.
The eruption of Fuego - Spanish for fire - on Sunday was the biggest in more than four decades.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
"Vog," a mix of ash and volcanic smog, rose to 12,000 feet and showered cars with gray dust.