Kanlaon Volcano alert level 3 remains, records 10 earthquakes

Alert Level 3 remains raised over Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island after 10 volcanic earthquakes were recorded within its vicinity in the past day.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported that from April 23 to April 24, the volcano emitted more than 2,700 tons of sulfur dioxide, with plumes reaching a height of 150 meters.

Ground deformation has been observed, indicating the volcano's edifice is still inflated.

Communities within the 6-kilometer radius of the summit crater must still be evacuated due to the danger of potential pyroclastic density currents, ballistic projectiles, rockfalls, and ashfall.

Local government units and residents must exercise increased vigilance during intense rains due to the risk of lahars and sediment-laden streamflows from loose ash.

Pilots are advised to avoid flying aircraft close to the volcano's summit.