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High Alert On Kanlaon Volcano: What You Need To Know
PHIVOLCS FILE
Kanlaon Volcano is showing heightened activity, and experts are keeping a close eye on it. As of February 19, 2025 (12:00 AM), the alert level remains at 3, which means the volcano is in a state of high unrest and could erupt anytime.
What’s Happening?
• Volcanic Earthquakes: 19 recorded in the past 24 hours
• Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Emission: 3,503 tons per day (as of Feb 18)
• Steam Plume: 150 meters high, continuously venting towards the west and southwest
• Ground Deformation: Signs of swelling, indicating magma movement
What Does This Mean?
This level of activity suggests that sudden explosions, lava flow, ashfall, pyroclastic density currents (PDC), rockfalls, and even lahar flows (especially if heavy rains occur) are possible.
What You Should Do
Evacuate if you’re within the 6-kilometer danger zone. Authorities strongly advise residents in this area to leave immediately for safety.
No-fly zone over the volcano—pilots are warned against flying near the summit due to potential ash emissions.
Stay Alert
Kanlaon’s activity is unpredictable, so keep monitoring updates from PHIVOLCS and local authorities. If you’re in affected areas, be prepared for possible evacuations and have emergency kits ready. Stay safe.
What’s Happening?
• Volcanic Earthquakes: 19 recorded in the past 24 hours
• Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Emission: 3,503 tons per day (as of Feb 18)
• Steam Plume: 150 meters high, continuously venting towards the west and southwest
• Ground Deformation: Signs of swelling, indicating magma movement
What Does This Mean?
This level of activity suggests that sudden explosions, lava flow, ashfall, pyroclastic density currents (PDC), rockfalls, and even lahar flows (especially if heavy rains occur) are possible.
What You Should Do
Evacuate if you’re within the 6-kilometer danger zone. Authorities strongly advise residents in this area to leave immediately for safety.
No-fly zone over the volcano—pilots are warned against flying near the summit due to potential ash emissions.
Stay Alert
Kanlaon’s activity is unpredictable, so keep monitoring updates from PHIVOLCS and local authorities. If you’re in affected areas, be prepared for possible evacuations and have emergency kits ready. Stay safe.
Feb 19, 2025
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