Kanlaon Volcano Eruption: Ongoing Activity and Hazards
The Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island continues to exhibit heightened volcanic activity, with the Philippine Institute of volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reporting meaningful developments on Monday. Five ash emission events, lasting up to 125 minutes each, were monitored, alongside 16 volcanic earthquakes, including five volcanic tremors, recorded from Sunday to Monday midnight.
The volcano also emitted a staggering 4,975 tonnes of sulfur dioxide daily, accompanied by a 400-meter-tall plume that drifted northwest. PHIVOLCS noted that the volcano’s edifice remains inflated, indicating sustained magmatic unrest.
Alert Level 3 remains in effect, signaling the potential for a hazardous eruption. This follows the volcano’s explosive eruption on December 9, 2024, which prompted immediate evacuations within a six-kilometer radius of the summit. authorities have also prohibited aircraft from flying near the volcano due to the risks posed by ash and other volcanic hazards.
residents in the vicinity are urged to remain vigilant, as potential hazards include sudden explosive eruptions, lava flows, ashfall, pyroclastic density currents, rockfalls, and lahars during heavy rains.
Key Observations at Kanlaon Volcano
| Activity | Details |
|———————————-|—————————————————————————–|
| Ash emissions | Five events lasting up to 125 minutes |
| Volcanic Earthquakes | 16 recorded, including five volcanic tremors |
| Sulfur Dioxide Emission | 4,975 tonnes per day |
| Plume Height | 400 meters, drifting northwest |
| Alert Level | Level 3 (magmatic Unrest) |
| Evacuation Zone | Six-kilometer radius from the summit |
For more details on the December 9 eruption, visit this detailed report.
The situation at Kanlaon Volcano remains fluid, and PHIVOLCS continues to monitor the volcano closely.Residents and travelers are advised to stay updated on official advisories and heed evacuation orders to ensure safety.
Stay informed and prepared as the situation evolves.For real-time updates,follow PHIVOLCS’s official bulletins.
