Phivolcs warns of possible Taal eruption amid increased seismic activity

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) warned of a possible phreatic or magmatic eruption from Taal Volcano due to increased seismic activity.

Phivolcs recorded 19 volcanic earthquakes on Sunday and detected five volcanic tremors totaling 450 minutes in the past 24 hours as of Monday afternoon.

The agency noted that these tremors contribute to the high seismic energy release, with RSAM (real-time seismic energy measurement) rising.

Phivolcs observed a moderate emission of 374 metric tons (MT) of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) from Taal's main crater, which rose to 900 meters high.

Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 1, and entry into Taal Volcano Island, the main crater, and Daang Kastila is strictly prohibited.