Taal Volcano remains on alert level 3 amid magmatic unrest

Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 3, indicating continuous magmatic unrest and the potential for explosive eruptions.

In the past 24 hours, 22 volcanic earthquakes, including 18 volcanic tremor events, were recorded at Taal.

High levels of volcanic sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions and steam-rich plumes that rose 1,500 meters have been observed anew above the main crater.

The public is prohibited from entering Taal Volcano Island, a permanent danger zone.

Residents in the high-risk barangays of Agoncillo and Laurel in Batangas are advised to remain in evacuation centers due to potential hazards.

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