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Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island has been raised to Alert Level 3 by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology following an explosive eruption on December 9.
The volcano had been under Alert Level 2 since June due to continuous seismic activity.
An upgrade to Alert Level 3 signifies the start of a magmatic eruption that could potentially lead to further explosive events.
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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has maintained Kanlaon Volcano on Alert Level 3, indicating a high level of volcanic unrest.
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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) maintained Alert Level 3 for Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island following multiple ash emissions.
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The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (Caap) has prohibited flights near Kanlaon Volcano due to its recent explosive eruption.
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The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) is preparing for a possible elevation of Kanlaon Volcano's alert level to Level 4, with OCD Administrator Usec. Ariel Nepomuceno stating that more than 90,000 individuals may need to be evacuated if this occurs.
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The Department of Tourism (DOT) has suspended all tourism activities in areas surrounding Mt. Kanlaon following its explosive eruption.
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