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Increased sulfur dioxide emissions, volcanic quakes observed in Taal Volcano
Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 due to persistent magmatic activity.
Sulfur dioxide emissions increased to an average of 231 tonnes per day on February 3, more than double the previous measurement.
This indicates the upward movement of magma to the surface, according to PHIVOLCS.
The Taal Volcano Network detected 233 volcanic earthquakes in the past 24 hours, including eight low-frequency events.
Low-frequency earthquakes are often seen prior to volcanic eruptions, but their occurrence does not necessarily indicate that an eruption is imminent.
Entry into Taal Volcano Island, Taal Lake, and communities within a 7-kilometer radius is strictly prohibited.
Residents are warned of potential ground displacement, ashfall, minor earthquakes, and the risk of lahars during heavy rainfall.
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Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 3, signifying relatively high unrest.
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Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 3, indicating that sudden steam-driven and even weak phreatomagmatic explosions, volcanic earthquakes, ash fall, and lethal volcanic gas expulsions can still occur.
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More volcanic earthquakes and increased sulfur dioxide emissions have been recorded at Taal Volcano, indicating heightened magmatic activity and potential for eruptive events.
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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has lowered the alert level for Taal Volcano from Level 4 to Level 3, indicating a diminished probability of a major eruption.
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