PHIVOLCS warns Mayon residents to stay vigilant for potential lahar flows

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported on Thursday that no lahar flows have been detected around Mayon Volcano despite recent rains, but residents near rivers flowing from the volcano are urged to remain vigilant.

Director Teresito Bacolcol advised those living in areas like Miisi, Binaan, and other communities near the southern, western, and eastern sides of Mayon to evacuate immediately if a lahar flow occurs due to heavy rain caused by the shear line.

Bacolcol emphasized that while no lahar has been detected yet, continued vigilance is crucial as more rain could trigger these flows, citing Super Typhoon Reming in 2006 which claimed around 1,200 lives.

PHIVOLCS issued an advisory warning on Wednesday for potential lahar in areas near Mayon Volcano and reminded residents to follow local authorities' instructions for safety.

Mayon Volcano remains at Alert Level 1, indicating low levels of unrest, while Kanlaon Volcano is under Alert Level 3 with ongoing volcanic activity and sulfur dioxide emissions measured at 6,014 tons per day.