Taal Volcano remains on Alert Level 3 as phreatomagmatic bursts continue

Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 due to recorded phreatomagmatic bursts and high levels of sulfur dioxide emissions.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) recorded 48 volcanic earthquakes in the 24 hours leading up to Saturday morning.

PHIVOLCS monitored three phreatomagmatic eruptions since Friday morning, with sulfur dioxide emissions averaging 10,254 tonnes per day on July 2.

Vog has been observed over Taal Volcano and its vicinity, prompting evacuations in high-risk areas.

PHIVOLCS recommends the evacuation of Taal Volcano Island and nearby barangays due to potential pyroclastic density currents and volcanic tsunami.

While only weak explosions are expected, PHIVOLCS is monitoring for a new magma influx that could lead to stronger eruptions.

The NDRRMC has urged the public to remain vigilant, stating that a more intensified phreatomagmatic eruption is possible in the coming days.

A major eruption could potentially affect 1.1 million people living in Batangas near the volcano.