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PRRD asks authorities to aid in evacuation of residents near Taal
President Rodrigo Duterte ordered authorities to evacuate residents within the danger zone of Taal Volcano.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised the alert level to Level 3, indicating a potential hazardous eruption.
Phivolcs reported a phreatic eruption on Sunday afternoon, characterized by a kilometer-high ash column, volcanic tremor, and felt earthquakes.
Ashfall is being showered on the southwest sector of Taal.
Government agencies are collaborating with the Batangas provincial government for the evacuation and safety of residents.
The Palace is closely monitoring the situation and advises the public to remain vigilant and undertake precautionary evacuations.
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