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PHIVOLCS

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) monitors and assesses volcanic and seismic activities in the Philippines, issuing alerts and advisories to mitigate risks to public safety. It plays a crucial role in monitoring volcanoes like Mayon and Kanlaon, providing data that informs flight restrictions and hazard warnings. Phivolcs also assesses earthquake activity, such as the recent magnitude 4.8 tremor near Zambales, ensuring timely responses to potential threats.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, January 5, 2026 at 5:29 AM

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Recent developments on PHIVOLCS

Wed, January 7, 2026 at 4:37 PM

Mayon Volcano remains on Alert Level 3 due to increased magma pressurization

Mayon Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 due to stronger magma pressurization compared to its 2023 eruption, as reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

Wed, January 7, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Mayon Volcano on Alert Level 3 due to magmatic unrest

Mayon Volcano has been placed under Alert Level 3, indicating intensified magmatic unrest and potential for dome collapse.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 2:44 PM

DILG orders evacuation of 3,125 residents near Mayon Volcano

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has directed local government units (LGUs) to evacuate residents from the six-kilometer permanent danger zone (PDZ) surrounding Mayon Volcano in Albay.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Phivolcs raises Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 3 due to lava dome growth

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 3, indicating an increased tendency toward hazardous eruptions due to lava dome growth and pyroclastic density currents.

Sat, January 3, 2026 at 10:51 AM

Taal Volcano registers intensified earthquakes and tremors

Phivolcs reported an intensification of volcanic earthquakes and tremors at Taal Volcano in Batangas over the past 24 hours.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 9:45 AM

CAAP extends flight restrictions near Mayon Volcano until Monday

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has extended flight restrictions around Mayon Volcano until 9 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026, due to increased volcanic activity.

Thu, January 1, 2026 at 7:51 AM

Phivolcs raises Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 2 due to moderate unrest

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has raised Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 2, indicating moderate unrest.

Sun, December 28, 2025 at 4:07 AM

Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits off Zambales coast

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake, originating from tectonic activity, struck off the coast of Palauig, Zambales at 2:26 AM on Sunday, December 29, 2025.

Sun, December 28, 2025 at 12:22 AM

Magnitude 6.6 earthquake hits near Taiwan, no tsunami threat to PH

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake occurred near Taiwan on Sunday night, but posed no tsunami threat to the Philippines, according to PHIVOLCS.

Fri, December 26, 2025 at 9:12 AM

Kanlaon volcano emits weak ash plumes

Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island exhibited a weak ash emission on Friday morning, December 26, with grayish plumes rising 400 meters above the crater and drifting southwest.