Kanlaon volcano shows increased SO2 emission, unrest continues

Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island emitted 5,324 tons of sulfur dioxide in the past 24 hours, an increase from previous measurements.

Four volcanic earthquakes were recorded on Friday, while the volcano's edifice remains inflated.

Voluminous plumes rising up to 900 meters tall were observed, indicating continuous degassing, and drifted south and southeast.

The volcano remains under Alert Level 3, signifying a high degree of volcanic unrest.

Phivolcs advises the public to be aware of potential hazards such as sudden explosive eruptions, lava flows, ashfall, pyroclastic density currents, rockfalls, and lahars.

An evacuation of residents within a six-kilometer radius from the summit is recommended, and aircraft are prohibited from flying near the volcano.

Phivolcs advised residents near Kanlaon Volcano to be vigilant following social media posts of 'cohesive and cement-like lahars' that may have been generated by moderate to heavy rainfall in the area.