Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

Also known as PHIVOLCS

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) is a government agency responsible for monitoring and mitigating volcanic and seismic activities in the Philippines. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the PHIVOLCS Modernization Act on April 25, 2025, to enhance disaster response capabilities with advanced equipment and increased funding. PHIVOLCS continues to issue alerts and warnings for active volcanoes like Kanlaon and monitor seismic events such as recent earthquakes off Davao Occidental and Palimbang.

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Last updated at April 26, 2025.

Recent stories about PHIVOLCS

Marcos signs PHIVOLCS law, creates Mt. Kanlaon task force

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. signed into law the PHIVOLCS Modernization Act, Republic Act No. 12180, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
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Magnitude 6.3 earthquake off Davao Occidental

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck offshore of Davao Occidental on Tuesday evening, April 22, with its epicenter located 295 kilometers southeast of Sarangani Island.
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Phivolcs raises Kanlaon Volcano alert to Level 3

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island to Alert Level 3 following an explosive eruption on December 9, 2024.
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Bulusan Volcano shows increased seismic activity, Phivolcs warns of possible eruptions

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported an increase in seismic activity at Bulusan Volcano in Sorsogon.
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Magnitude 5.9 quake strikes Sultan Kudarat, followed by three more

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Sultan Kudarat off the coast on Easter Sunday, April 20, affecting several parts of Mindanao.
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Kanlaon Volcano raised to Alert Level 3 after December 9 eruption

Kanlaon Volcano on Negros island experienced increased seismic activity and was raised to Alert Level 3 by PHIVOLCS after an explosive eruption on December 9.
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Phivolcs raises Kanlaon Volcano alert to Level 3

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island to Alert Level 3 following an explosive eruption on December 9, 2024.
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Magnitude 5.7 quake strikes Sarangani, felt in neighboring provinces

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Sarangani province early Wednesday morning, April 16, with its epicenter located approximately 55 kilometers southwest of Maitum town at a depth of focus of 1 kilometer.
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Phivolcs raises Kanlaon Volcano alert to Level 3 after eruption

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised Kanlaon Volcano’s alert status to Level 3 following an explosive eruption on December 9, 2024.
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Kanlaon Volcano spews ash, Phivolcs raises alert

Kanlaon Volcano began spewing ash plumes at 11:52 am on Monday, April 14, prompting the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) to warn of potential ashfall.
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