Seismic activity at Kanlaon Volcano has increased Thursday morning, with a total of 64 volcano-tectonic or VT earthquakes recorded, according to Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.

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Ched Rick Gatchalian

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MANILA — Seismic activity at Kanlaon Volcano has increased Thursday morning, with a total of 64 volcano-tectonic or VT earthquakes recorded, according to Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.In an advisory, Phivolcs said the strength of the earthquakes since 12 a.m. of October 31 ranged between ML0.9 and ML2.9, and were produced at 2 to 8 kilometers depths beneath the western flanks of the volcanic edifice — or the &quot;mountain&quot; and main portion of the volcano.&quot;The increase in VT activity strongly indicates progressive rock-fracturing beneath the volcano as rising magma drives a path towards the surface,” it stated.Compared to 4,234 tons/per day of volcanic sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas emission before Kanlaon&#x27;s eruption in June, the volcano emissions have now increased to an average of 7,087 tons/day.Kanlaon is currently at Alert Level 2 (increasing unrest but the ongoing developments in its seismic activity may lead to eruptive unrest and an increase in alert level, Phivolcs said.Once it reaches alert level 3, it means magna is nearing the surface and the activity could lead to hazardous eruption for weeks. Danger zones could also be expanded up to 8 kilometers from the active crater.Currently, residents and tourists are prohibited to enter the 4 kilometer-radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) of the area.&quot;The public is strongly advised to be ready and vigilant, and to avoid entry into the 4 kilometer-radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) to minimize risks from volcanic hazards,&quot; Phivolcs added.<div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/regions/2024/9/9/phivolcs-warns-of-increases-seismic-activity-at-kanlaon-volcano-026">Phivolcs warns of increases seismic activity at Kanlaon Volcano</a></div>In June, Mount Kanlaon erupted for six minutes, sending off a plume of ash, rocks and gases five kilometers in the sky.<div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/6/4/hundreds-in-emergency-shelters-after-kanlaon-volcano-erupts-1543">Hundreds in emergency shelters after Kanlaon volcano erupts</a></div>Over 2,800 people evacuated into emergency centers due to falling ash, gases, and threat of lahars from the volcano.Kanlaon is one of the 24 active volcanoes in the Philippines.

Seismic activity at Kanlaon Volcano has increased since Thursday morning, with a total of 64 volcano-tectonic or VT earthquakes recorded, according to Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.

Seismic activity at Kanlaon Volcano has increased since Thursday morning, with a total of 64 volcano-tectonic or VT earthquakes recorded, according to Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.

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Phivolcs: Increased seismic activity may raise alert level at Kanlaon Volcano

Phivolcs: Increased seismic activity may raise alert level at Kanlaon Volcano

Ched Rick Gatchalian,

ABS-CBN News

Published Oct 31, 2024 02:40 PM PHT

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Updated Oct 31, 2024 04:44 PM PHT

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