03.05.2026 16:03
Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has become active again, spewing ash and lava. Following increased activity, the alert level has been raised, and thousands of people have been evacuated. Authorities warned against entering the 6-kilometer danger zone. Experts stated that the volcanic activity may continue and that caution is needed against the risk of a larger eruption.
As activity increases at Mayon, one of the Philippines' most active volcanoes, the alert level has been raised and evacuations have begun. Authorities have warned residents of settlements south of the capital Manila to stay away from the 6-kilometer danger zone.
ASH AND LAVA FLOWS ARE IMPACTING
Ash clouds and lava flows rising from the volcano have affected surrounding residential areas. It is stated that hot gas and lava flows moving down the slopes pose a risk.
THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVACUATED
Due to increased volcanic activity, many people have been evacuated to safe zones. It was reported that those living in villages at the foot of the volcano, in particular, have been removed from the area.
WARNING THAT ACTIVITY MAY CONTINUE
Experts emphasized that the activity at Mayon may continue for some time and that caution is needed against the possibility of a stronger eruption.
ONE OF THE MOST ACTIVE VOLCANOES
Mayon Volcano, approximately 2,400 meters high, has been the site of many eruptions in the past and is considered among the most dangerous volcanoes in the Philippines.