Phivolcs lowers Mayon Volcano alert level to 0

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has lowered the alert level for Mayon Volcano from Alert Level 1 to Alert Level 0, signifying a return to a normal state.

This decision was based on a consistent decrease in volcanic earthquake activity, with an average of 0 to 5 per day over the last six months.

Sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission has also declined below the baseline level of 500 tonnes/day since July 14, and no plume has been detected.

PHIVOLCS noted that all monitoring parameters have returned to their baseline levels, and no immediate magmatic eruption is anticipated.

Despite the normalization, the public is still advised to stay away from the 6-kilometer Permanent Danger Zone due to the inherent risks of rockfalls, avalanches, ash puffs, and steam-driven eruptions.

The alert status may be raised again if any of the monitored parameters show an increase.