Kanlaon Volcano spews ash
March 30, 2016 (updated)
Kanlaon volcano spewed ash as high as 1.5 kilometers on Tuesday, March 29, 2016.
According to PHIVOLCS, Kanlaon Volcano erupted at 6:20 p.m., Tuesday, March, 29. The eruption lasted for 12 minutes and produced an ash column 1.5 kilometers high.
Kanlaon Volcano (MB file photo)
In an advisory released 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 29, PHIVOLCS said ashfall were reported in Sitio Guintubdan, Barangay Ara-al, La Carlota City, Negros Occidental.
An Alert Level 1 remains hoisted over Kanlaon Volcano and surrounding vicinities since November 24, 2015. This alert level means the volcano is in abnormal condition and in a period of unrest.
The agency likewise reminded local government units and the public that entry to the 4-kilometer radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) is strictly prohibited, and pilots should avoid flying near the volcano's summit, as ash from sudden eruptions can be hazardous.
PHIVOLCS assured that they are closely monitoring the volcano's activity and new developments on the situation will be relayed immediately.
Mt. Kanlaon, which is part of the Cuernos de Negros range, straddles the province of Negros Oriental and parts of Negros Occidental in Central/Western Visayas. It is one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines.
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