Phivolcs Releases Footage of Ash Emissions from Mt. Kanlaon

Mt. Kanlaon

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) released new footage capturing ash emissions from the Kanlaon Volcano summit crater, recorded earlier today between 9:07 a.m. and 9:18 a.m. The video footage, taken by the Kanlaon Volcano Observatory in Canlaon City, documents several ash emissions producing distinct grayish plumes that rose approximately 500 meters above … Read more

PHIVOLCS Warns of Potential Kanlaon Volcano Eruption

Mt. Kanlaon Earthquake Recorded

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) issued a warning on Tuesday regarding a potential eruption at Kanlaon Volcano, located on Negros Island, following a series of volcanic earthquakes. The volcano is now under Alert Level 2, indicating increased volcanic unrest that may lead to further escalation. PHIVOLCS chief Teresito Bacolcol, in an interview … Read more

Increased Chances of Kanlaon Volcano Eruption Observed by PHIVOLCS

Mt. Kanlaon Possible Eruption

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has observed significant swelling in the structure of Kanlaon Volcano, indicating a potential magmatic intrusion. This development raises concerns about an increased likelihood of eruptive activity. On Monday, PHIVOLCS highlighted the persistent volcanic earthquake activity and elevated sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions, suggesting that these changes in ground … Read more

PHIVOLCS Confirms Lahar Flows in La Castellana Negros Occidental

Mt. Kanlaon Lahar

At 11:00 PM, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) issued a crucial advisory confirming the presence of lahar flows in La Castellana. This confirmation came from the PHIVOLCS’ Quick Response Team (QRT), which was conducting fieldwork in the area. The situation evolved over the day. Earlier, PHIVOLCS La Carlota Substation reported that the … Read more

Child Allegedly Predicts Eruption of Mount Kanlaon, Goes Viral

Mt. Kanlaon Eruption

In a surprising turn of events, a child named Yoyo has gained widespread attention after allegedly predicting the eruption of Mount Kanlaon. According to a post by Yoyo’s mother, Ross Espartero Mejica, the incident occurred on the afternoon of June 3, 2024. Ross recounted that they were on their way home to La Castellana, Negros … Read more