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The White Island Disaster
60 Minutes

Twenty-five-year-old Stephanie Browitt knows she possesses incredible strength. But it's a bittersweet truth born from tragedy. Eighteen months ago, the White Island volcano disaster in New Zealand killed her father, sister and 20 others. Stephanie suffered dreadful burns and was critically injured. Now, after many long and painful battles, there's great news. Her recovery is exceeding expectations and she's fighting fit, which, Sarah Abo reports, is thanks to a very special group of strangers.
Reporter: Sarah Abo
Producer: Natalie Clancy
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