Kanlaon Volcano at Alert Level 2 after ash emissions, increased SO₂

An ashing event was observed at Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Occidental on Thursday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).

On Saturday, November 23, the volcano released a total of 7,594 tonnes of sulfur dioxide flux and had two ash emission events lasting from 4 to 8 minutes.

During a 24-hour observation period, Kanlaon emitted plumes rising approximately 50 meters that drifted southwest, with sulfur dioxide emissions increasing since Thursday's event.

Kanlaon Volcano remains at Alert Level 2 (increased unrest), prohibiting entry within a four-kilometer radius of the volcano and any aircraft from flying near its crater.

PHIVOLCS warns that phreatic eruptions and precursory magmatic activity could occur, urging caution and adherence to safety protocols for those with health conditions such as asthma or heart disease.