First Humanitarian Flights Leave For Tsunami-Destroyed Tonga
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On the ground, Tongans have scrambled to clear a thick blanket of volcanic ash from Fua'amotu International Airport's runway.
The first humanitarian flights departed for Tonga early Thursday, carrying much needed aid supplies to the volcano and tsunami-devastated Pacific island nation.
"A C17 Globemaster left from Amberley Airport Base around 7 am today (2000 GMT)," an Australian defence official told AFP. A second Australian aid flight is due to depart later Thursday.
New Zealand confirmed its C-130 Hercules was also on route, after days of delays.
The flights will carry humanitarian supplies and telecommunications equipment.
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