Kanlaon Volcano ash emission, sulfur dioxide release; Alert Level 3
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported on Monday that Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island experienced a five-minute ash emission event and released 2,639 tonnes of sulfur dioxide on Sunday, March 9.
Kanlaon also recorded seven volcanic earthquakes and one tremor, with a moderate 150-meter tall plume observed during the activity.
Alert Level 3 remains in effect due to ongoing magmatic unrest following the volcano's eruption on December 9, 2024.
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of local government coordination for identifying evacuation sites and establishing permanent relocation areas.
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced that 11 schools are being used as temporary evacuation centers, affecting a total of 11,177 students and 441 personnel.
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