Albay's Visita Iglesia: Seven historic churches during Holy Week
Albay, known for its strong Catholic faith with 1.32 million Catholics, celebrates Visita Iglesia during Holy Week by visiting seven churches.
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Mayon Volcano
Mayon Volcano, an iconic landmark in Albay, Philippines, is known for its near-perfect cone shape and remains a popular tourist destination despite recent minor volcanic activity. The surrounding area, including a 7-Eleven store with a stunning view of the volcano, has become a hotspot for photography and relaxation. However, plans to light up the volcano have faced criticism over environmental concerns and potential disruption to local ecosystems.
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Last updated at April 23, 2025.
Recent stories about Mayon Volcano
OCD issues blue alerts in regions during Holy Week
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has elevated its alert levels in response to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to ensure public safety during Holy Week.
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Phivolcs issues lahar advisory for Mayon Volcano area due to heavy rain
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) issued a lahar advisory on Friday, Feb. 21, warning about heightened risks due to continuous heavy rainfall caused by a shear line affecting Southern Luzon.
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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.
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Over 955 Bicol families evacuate due to rains
Over 955 families, comprising nearly a thousand individuals across five provinces in Bicol, have evacuated over the weekend due to continuous rains brought by a shear line.
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Phivolcs warns Albay of possible lahars from heavy rain
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) issued a warning on Sunday for Albay province, cautioning about possible lahars due to heavy rainfall caused by the shear line.
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Bicol residents seek rescue amid Kristine floods
Hundreds of residents in Legazpi City and nearby towns spent Tuesday night on their roofs awaiting rescue due to severe flooding caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
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STs Kristine causes fatal flooding in Bicol, 20+ dead
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine caused catastrophic flooding in parts of the Bicol Region, with over 700 millimeters of rain falling in just 24 hours on Naga City, the capital of Camarines Sur.
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PHIVOLCS issues lahar advisory near Mayon Volcano due to Tropical Storm Kristine
Residents near Mayon Volcano in Albay province have been advised to remain vigilant due to lahar advisories issued by PHIVOLCS amid the approach of Tropical Storm Kristine.
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Mayon Volcano erupts with ash plume, PHIVOLCS warns of continued risk
Mayon Volcano in Albay erupted with a phreatic explosion at 6:16 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, releasing a light gray ash and steam plume approximately 200 meters high.
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