Taal Volcano SO2 emissions surge with continuous seismic activity

Taal Volcano has exhibited a notable increase in sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions, alongside continuous seismic activity, as reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

Phivolcs recorded an average of 3,453 metric tons of sulfur dioxide emitted daily since September 15, a significant rise from previous averages.

The volcano produced voluminous steam-laden plumes that rose 2,400 meters in the past 24 hours, a substantial increase from the 900 meters observed on Wednesday.

No upwelling of hot volcanic fluids was reported in the main crater lake, and no volcanic smog was observed.

Phivolcs detected no volcanic earthquakes on Thursday, though a volcanic tremor has persisted since September 16.

Taal Volcano remains under Alert Level 1, indicating abnormal activity with a slight increase in volcanic earthquakes and gas emissions.