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Mayon Volcano produces weak ash explosion, grayish plume observed
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology documented a minor explosive event at Mayon Volcano's summit crater Thursday morning, releasing ash into the atmosphere. The occurrence comes as the volcano maintains Alert Level 2 status.
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A weak ash explosion was recorded from Mayon Volcano's summit crater on Thursday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported. The event, captured on video at 9 a.m., generated a grayish plume visible from the volcano's peak.
Phivolcs documented the explosive activity through recorded footage, which provided direct evidence of the ash discharge. The agency continues to monitor the volcano's behavior as part of routine surveillance operations.
The ash explosion represents continued volcanic activity at the iconic Bicol region volcano. Phivolcs had previously adjusted Mayon's alert status to Level 2, indicating moderate unrest with ongoing volcanic earthquakes and minor eruptions.
Residents in communities surrounding Mayon Volcano are advised to remain vigilant and follow guidance from local disaster management authorities. The volcanic alert system helps inform evacuation protocols and public safety measures in areas potentially affected by volcanic hazards.