July 2, 2025
MANILA – Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island emitted a total of 6,702 tons of sulfur dioxide over the past 24 hours, nearly triple the 2,138 tons recorded the previous day, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported on Wednesday.
The volcano also recorded two volcanic earthquakes, down from seven on Tuesday.
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Alert Level 3 remains in effect over Kanlaon Volcano, indicating a high level of volcanic unrest.
In its latest 24-hour monitoring report, Phivolcs also noted that the volcano generated a moderate plume reaching 500 meters high, which drifted northeast and east.
The agency added that Kanlaon’s edifice remains inflated, with continued degassing still being observed.
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The Phivolcs warned the public of potential volcanic hazards, such as:
- Sudden explosive eruptions
- Lava flows or effusions
- Ashfall
- Pyroclastic density currents
- Rockfalls
- Lahars during heavy rainfall
Residents within the six-kilometer radius of Kanlaon are advised to evacuate from its summit. Flying any aircraft close to the volcano is also prohibited.